Articles tagged with Socioeconomics
The Feinstein Institute will conduct a two-year study to evaluate the physical, mental, and socioeconomic impact of the 9/11 attacks on responders. The study aims to identify health issues among WTC responders and develop prevention strategies.
A new study found that immigrant parents' education levels before migration are more strongly tied to their children's academic achievement in the US than any other social or economic factor. The study also highlights the importance of cognitive stimulation and socioeconomic status in determining child outcomes.
Research suggests that sociometric status, rather than socioeconomic status, predicts social well-being. Studies found that students with high standing in their local ladder reported higher levels of social acceptance and power, leading to increased happiness.
Researchers found regional heart failure readmission rates vary widely due to availability of care and socioeconomics. Communities with higher rates have more physicians, hospital beds, and sicker populations, leading to increased readmissions among the elderly and poor.
A Stanford University School of Medicine study found that socioeconomic and environmental variables are more effective than race or geography in predicting premature mortality. The researchers identified 22 key factors, including education, income, and job, which account for most of the differences between racial and ethnic groups.
A recent study by University of Granada researchers links marriage, high socioeconomic status, education, job, per capita income, and welfare to better health. The study reveals that family environment plays a significant role in an individual's health, accounting for over 30% of variations in health status.
A Princeton University study found that socioeconomic differences account for 80% of the life-expectancy divide between black and white men, and 70% for women. Socioeconomic factors such as income and education are significant contributors to the racial gap in mortality.
Researchers develop a new antimicrobial coating for urinary catheters, reducing bacterial attachment and infection risk. The coating could prolong catheter life, save NHS millions, and minimize patient complications.
A study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology found that patients with lower socioeconomic status were 16% more likely to die from a heart attack. Despite equal access to advanced healthcare, socioeconomic factors still had a negative impact on health outcomes.
A University of Michigan Health System study found that living in a poor neighborhood worsens chronic pain for young adults. The research highlights the importance of considering structural barriers and access to resources in pain management.
Despite making significant strides in providing affordable access to basic healthcare, China still faces challenges such as waste and poor quality in public hospitals. The authors recommend reducing wastage through innovative payment incentives and governance structures.
A new study found racial disparities exist in access to kidney transplantation, with black patients facing a 59% lower rate of transplant. Socioeconomic factors explain about 30% of the disparity, highlighting the need for further research.
A new study found that health disparities have grown dramatically among people in the same socioeconomic groups, often more than between groups. Researchers identified factors such as income instability and changes in population composition contributing to these growing disparities.
A new IU study found that physicians' diagnoses of child abuse vary based on a patient's socioeconomic status rather than their race. The study contradicts previous research that linked differential diagnosis to racial disparities. Socioeconomic factors have a significant impact on physician decision-making.
A recent study published in Psychological Science reveals that children raised in families with nurturing mothers are more likely to remain healthy across the life course, even those from low socioeconomic status backgrounds. The research found that parental nurturance can mitigate the negative effects of childhood disadvantage and is ...
A new study found that poor smokers are more likely to relapse after quitting, with those on lower rungs of the socioeconomic ladder facing the toughest odds. The research suggests that financial difficulties, discrimination, and job insecurity contribute to their struggle.
A Concordia University study found that adults in Canada, especially those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, do not consume enough fruits and vegetables. Quebecers, on the other hand, tend to eat more of nature's produce, making them a model for healthy eating habits.
A study found that children exposed to maternal gestational diabetes and low socioeconomic status have a higher risk of developing childhood ADHD. The risk is doubled when both factors are present, suggesting a significant environmental contribution to the development of the disorder.
Twitter's US growth relied on media attention and traditional social networks based on geographic proximity and socioeconomic similarity. The site's popularity spread via face-to-face interactions, with early adopters in cities close to Boston and San Francisco.
Research finds that power influences people's thinking style in a flexible way, adapting to situations. North American individuals with higher socioeconomic status exhibit more analytical thinking than those with lower SES.
A new paper finds that emphasis on quick impact interventions has diverted resources away from the neediest patients, with the poorest people seeing little progress. The study highlights the need for medium-term and long-term strategies to achieve inclusive and equitable progress in global reproductive health.
A new study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association finds that racial disparities in diet, exercise, and weight are more closely related to differences in socioeconomic status than nutrition knowledge. People with lower socioeconomic status are more likely to be overweight, regardless of racial background.
Research from Ohio State University finds that those living in poorer neighborhoods have a higher risk for out-of-hospital deaths caused by coronary heart disease. The study analyzed data from four U.S. communities between 1992 and 2002, finding that lower socioeconomic status was associated with greater mortality rates outside hospitals.
A recent analysis of over 1.5 million births found that hospital delivery significantly reduces neonatal mortality, with babies born in hospitals two to three times less likely to die than those born at home. However, improvements are needed in rural areas where high-quality care is often lacking.
A new study reveals that consumers are influenced by people with lower socioeconomic status, particularly when they aspire to a desirable trait. The 'low status user effect' suggests that observing a person from a lower status group using a product can lead to interest and emulation among higher-status individuals.
A study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal found that people living in poorer neighborhoods are at a higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest. The disparity was particularly pronounced among individuals under 65 years old, with those in lower socioeconomic groups experiencing rates two- to fourfold higher than those in h...
A recent UC Davis study found that people with lower socioeconomic status are more likely to develop heart disease, even after long-term improvements in other risk factors. The researchers suggest that access and adherence to treatments may not account for the differences.
A new study found that myocardial infarction survivors living in low socioeconomic status neighborhoods had lower levels of leisure-time physical activity compared to those from wealthier areas. The association was strongest in the first 5 years after MI and remained significant after adjusting for individual factors.
A new RAND Corporation study found that older women who live in lower socioeconomic status neighborhoods exhibit lower cognitive functioning compared to those in more affluent areas. The study analyzed data from over 6,000 women and found that neighborhood socioeconomic status was significantly associated with cognitive function.
Climbing the social ladder may reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure among those born into disadvantaged backgrounds. Researchers found that upwardly mobile adults had a 20% lower risk of hypertension, while those who fell further down the social ladder were at increased risk.
A recent study has found that quitting smoking during pregnancy can have a positive effect on birth outcomes. Women who gave up smoking in the periconceptional period had babies with significantly higher birthweight, similar to those born to non-smoking mothers. Stopping smoking before conception may also improve fertility outcomes.
Research from the University of Minnesota finds that people who grew up poor are more likely to take risks for immediate rewards when feeling threatened. In contrast, those raised in a more predictable environment respond by becoming more cautious.
A new study found a strong correlation between income levels and celiac disease diagnosis accuracy, with higher-income individuals more likely to receive accurate diagnoses. The study's authors suggest that socioeconomic factors, including health literacy and access to information, may contribute to this disparity.
A new study found that people with higher social status respond more strongly to information about others of higher status, while those with lower status respond more strongly to information about others of lower status. This effect is linked to the brain's value system and has important implications for social behavior and interactions.
A study found nearly one in five patients with heart failure have low health literacy, which is associated with a higher all-cause risk of death. Patients with low health literacy were more likely to have coexisting illnesses and had a higher risk of mortality after adjusting for demographic variables.
A study found nearly 60% of children with newly diagnosed epilepsy showed persistent nonadherence during the first 6 months of therapy. Lower socioeconomic status was associated with higher non-adherence rates, indicating a need for intervention studies to optimize adherence early in treatment.
A US study found that adolescent girls and young women living in high socioeconomic neighborhoods are more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma. The incidence of melanoma increased over time among these groups, highlighting the need for targeted prevention efforts.
A recent study published in PLOS Medicine found that health behaviors play a weaker role in socio-economic disparities in mortality among European cohorts compared to British Whitehall II. The findings highlight the importance of understanding cultural differences in the social patterning of unhealthy behaviors.
A study published in Epilepsia reveals that patients with epilepsy and low socioeconomic status experience more uncontrolled seizures, drug-related side effects, and a lower quality of life. Low SES patients also use hospital emergency rooms more frequently and have more visits to general practitioners.
The symposium explores the shrinking distance between humans and nature, with increased trade and technological advancements having significant consequences for environmental sustainability. World-renowned experts will present on the topic of telecoupling, highlighting new dynamics in human-nature interactions.
A new study from the University of Cincinnati found that patients with lower socioeconomic status have worse stroke severity at presentation. Researchers analyzed 1,933 cases of ischemic stroke and discovered that poorer patients had significantly increased initial stroke severity.
A study of over 90,000 Medicare managed care patients with rheumatoid arthritis found significant variations in the receipt of recommended medications. Demographic factors such as age, sex, race, socioeconomic status, and geographic location played a role in determining medication use.
Research found that children from poorer families show almost no improvements in cognitive ability driven by their genes, while wealthier children have more opportunities to reach their potential. The study's findings suggest that environmental factors can help children begin to reach their genetic potentials at a younger age.
A UCLA study found that college graduates from underprivileged backgrounds are up to 10 times more likely to volunteer than their non-college-educated counterparts. In contrast, advantaged graduates show a five-fold increase in volunteering rates compared to non-college graduates.
A study found that African American patients with Parkinson's disease have more severe parkinsonism and greater disability compared to white patients. Lower socioeconomic status is also associated with increased disease severity and reduced access to effective treatments, such as newer dopaminergic medications.
Researchers model how Neolithic transition was halted by population density of hunter-gatherers. The findings confirm archeological data that challenge the assumption of climate adaptation as a primary factor.
A study by University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers found that positive psychological attributes, such as meaningful relationships and a sense of purpose, can counteract the negative effects of socioeconomic status on health. The study suggests that these characteristics may moderate the levels of inflammatory protein Interleukin-6 ...
A UCSF study confirms that a woman's race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status impact whether healthcare providers recommend the most effective form of contraception. The interaction between these factors also plays a role in clinicians' decisions.
African-American women with breast cancer experience longer delays in treatment compared to white women, even when controlling for socioeconomic status and insurance type. The study found that the time to treatment lags behind recommended guidelines by an average of 12 days.
A new UCLA study suggests that socioeconomic status is a major driver of cardiovascular disease risk disparities in the United States. The researchers found that lower socioeconomic status was associated with higher risk across all racial and ethnic groups.
Research suggests that combat experiences can set the trajectory of a veteran's life, leading to increased rates of disability and unemployment. Alair MacLean found that combat veterans are more likely to be disabled and unemployed in their mid-20s and throughout their worklife.
A new study found that socioeconomic status predicts survival of Canadian cancer patients, with those from poorer backgrounds facing higher mortality rates. The study also suggests that factors such as cancer biology and access to treatment may play a role in these disparities.
Poor children with hearing loss have equal access to cochlear implants, but experience more complications and poor follow-up compliance compared to their higher-income peers. The study found a five-fold greater risk of complications in Medicaid-insured children, highlighting the need for improved access to these life-changing devices.
The study analyzed health-related quality of life in Gaza before, during, and after the 2009 Israeli attack. The findings show a significant decline in quality of life, with nearly half of respondents reporting less-than-good scores. The survey also identified urgent needs, including home repair, a source of livelihood, and utilities.
Researchers at the University of Sheffield have found that mortality rates from alcohol-related diseases are over four times higher in deprived areas compared to less deprived areas. Deaths from such diseases are increasing despite public awareness campaigns, highlighting the need for targeted policies to reduce harm caused by alcohol.
A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that spouses of dementia sufferers have a significantly increased risk of developing dementia themselves. The risk is six times higher for those whose spouse develops dementia, particularly men.
The study found a strong association between the Human Development Index and rates of stem cell transplantation for acute myeloid leukemia patients. Countries with higher HDI scores had significantly better outcomes, including reduced risk of relapse and improved leukemia-free survival.
The largest European study on socioeconomic status and breast cancer survival found that women from poorer backgrounds had worse outcomes, even after adjusting for tumor size and stage. Women from the poorest backgrounds were a fifth more likely to die within ten years of diagnosis than those from the wealthiest backgrounds.
An analysis of nearly 25 years of data found a strong association between socioeconomic position and risk of death, with health behaviors explaining 42% of the association. Health behaviors assessed at baseline explained 29% of the gradient for cardiovascular mortality, increasing to 45% when entered as time-dependent covariates.
African American women living in neighborhoods with lower socioeconomic status are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. The study found a direct link between neighborhood environment and risk for the disease, with even well-educated women affected.