Articles tagged with Poverty
A recent study published in The Lancet reveals that over 78 million Asians are living in extreme poverty due to out-of-pocket healthcare payments. This is 2.7% higher than previously estimated poverty rates, with the burden of healthcare payments being highest in Vietnam and lowest in Malaysia.
A substantial decline in unintentional injuries among Canadian children living in urban areas has been documented since 1971. Greater injury prevention advocacy is needed to reduce child injuries in Canada, according to experts.
Researchers created a 'Poverty Atlas' using geographic information system applications to visualize poverty-related indicators. The maps provide a visual context for understanding the connection between poverty and geography, including factors like climate, soil fertility, and access to transportation networks.
A study led by USC researchers found that low-income adults are more likely to have high levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), a risk factor for heart disease. This association may be linked to the effects of poverty on health, particularly among African Americans, Hispanics, and women.
The study found that children under age 5 are twice as likely to live in severe poverty, with severe poverty affecting African Americans and Hispanics disproportionately. The increasing trend has significant implications for healthcare services and long-term child outcomes.
A new study by UC Berkeley researchers found significant differences in disability rates between people of different income levels, even among those at the higher end of the spectrum. Those living above 600% of poverty had elevated odds of disability compared to their counterparts at 700% and higher.
A new study found that children from minority groups face higher rates of neighborhood poverty than their white and Asian counterparts. Between 1990-2000, African-American children benefited the most from declining poverty rates, while poor white children were more likely to live in non-poor neighborhoods.
A systematic review and meta-analysis found higher ART adherence rates in sub-Saharan Africa compared to North America. The study suggests that factors beyond poverty, such as poor patient-clinician relationships and untreated depression, contribute to low adherence rates in North America.
A recent study by Judith Kleinfeld at the University of Alaska Fairbanks found that boys trail girls in literacy scores, with a larger percentage of boys scoring below basic in reading and writing tests. The study highlights the need to address the issue and boost boys' basic skills in reading and writing.
Prevention strategies for Noma include information campaigns, eradication of poverty, and improved living conditions. The disease is often linked to malnutrition, poor sanitation, and unsafe drinking water.
A new study reveals that living in poverty is associated with a higher risk of being overweight among US teenagers. The research analyzed data from four cross-sectional surveys and found that the disparity in overweight status across socioeconomic strata widened with increasing age, particularly among adolescents aged 15 to 17 years.
The prevalence of overweight adolescents has doubled in the past three decades, with poor teens experiencing faster weight gain and higher rates of physical inactivity. Increasing sweetened beverage consumption is a significant contributing factor, particularly among poor adolescents.
A recent study published in Social Science Quarterly reveals a link between Wal-Mart's expansion and increased poverty rates in local communities. The authors found that the arrival of large retail chains like Wal-Mart leads to the displacement of small businesses, resulting in reduced local leadership capacity.
A recent study found that 14 million Americans have visual impairment, but most cases can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. The study emphasizes the importance of routine eye examinations and public awareness campaigns to address this public health issue.
The US aging population is expected to double in size within 25 years, driven by demographic shifts and increased life expectancy. Higher levels of education and better health are linked to improved socioeconomic circumstances and a higher standard of living in retirement.
Cornell professor Per Pinstrup-Andersen warns that the world is failing to address poverty and hunger, with 1.2 billion people living on $1 a day or less. He advocates for policies promoting economic growth in rural areas to alleviate hunger and poverty.
Researchers explore how science can help understand and alleviate poverty, with a focus on biophysical parameters and energy services. They find strong correlations between disaster vulnerability, soil fertility, drought frequency, and malaria exposure, highlighting the need for tailored solutions.
Researchers found that living in communities with high poverty rates and certain states significantly predict cervical cancer screening failures among black women. The study suggests community outreach programs should target high-poverty neighborhoods to improve screening rates.
A study confirms that rice research has contributed significantly to poverty reduction in China and India. The research shows that improved rice varieties can increase farmers' income, lower food prices, and boost demand for labor, ultimately lifting millions out of poverty.
A study found that patients who trust their doctors more have improved health outcomes, with less trust associated with delayed care and unmet healthcare needs. However, some groups, such as African Americans, Hispanics, the poor, and uninsured individuals, showed no correlation between trust and these issues.
A landmark study finds state policies enabling low-income households to move from poverty to the middle class by rewarding work effort and enhancing job-related earnings. Asset building frameworks provide stability and opportunities for social mobility and economic security.
A study by Cornell University researchers found that child poverty rates have decreased in recent years, particularly among children whose mothers work full-time. However, significant racial and ethnic disparities persist, with black and Hispanic children facing higher poverty rates than their white counterparts.
The UN's Deputy Secretary General orders delay on measurement of life-saving goals, citing concerns over 'distracting' from desired results. This decision diverts attention from a key problem: concrete trends toward helping people in extreme poverty often lack verification.
A new study by the University of Washington's Evans School of Public Affairs found that federal funds intended for low-income schools are often diverted to affluent schools within the same district. The research documents how current rules allow taxpayer money meant to help overcome poverty to be shifted to wealthier neighborhoods.
The UN model predicts 60.8% of people will live in towns and cities by 2030, but a new model suggests this number is lower at 49.2%. Most population growth between 2025-2030 will come from 10 large developing countries.
A study by the NICHD Early Child Care Research Network found that children from families experiencing poverty at any age during early childhood did not perform as well as those who were never poor. The quality of home environments also dropped over time if families became poor after the child was 4.
A University of Florida study examines psychological distress in households where grandparents are raising grandchildren. Younger grandmothers are more susceptible to depression and experience emotional distress due to feelings of failure as a parent and financial strain.
A recent study published in Psychological Science found that high-poverty schools often struggle with inadequate educational resources, leading to a significant disadvantage for poor children. In these schools, up to 40% of students fail the writing test and are taught by non-highly qualified personnel.
A recent study found that states with stricter child support enforcement have significantly fewer unmarried births, suggesting that tougher laws may make men more reluctant to become unwed fathers. The study's results suggest a 17-20% reduction in out-of-wedlock births if all 50 states implemented effective enforcement measures.
The World Bank and IMF's public health expenditure ceilings limit external financing for HIV/AIDS projects, forcing countries to allocate funds from existing budgets. This restricts the flow of desperately needed funds to combat the epidemic in developing nations.
A study published in the Journal of Marriage and Family reveals that women are more financially vulnerable after a break-up, with a 33.1% drop in household income compared to 10% for men. The percentage of women living in poverty increases from 20% to almost 30%, particularly among African American and Hispanic women.
A new global risk analysis reveals that approximately 20% of the Earth's land surface is exposed to at least one natural hazard, affecting over half the world's population. The study categorizes regions by their level of exposure to multiple hazards, highlighting countries with high mortality risks from two or more hazards.
A new University of Alberta study confirms that pre-school children living in poverty do not benefit from welfare-to-work reforms. The study found that family environment scores for low-income families were worse than for non-poor families, and that low income still had an independent effect on the children's school readiness.
A new commission aims to address health inequalities globally by focusing on the social determinants of health. The commission's findings highlight the need for governments to take action on poverty, education, and working conditions to improve health outcomes.
A new study in Gabon reveals that poverty alleviation efforts may inadvertently increase bushmeat consumption and threaten local wildlife populations. The research found that growth in poor families' income led to increased consumption of bushmeat, highlighting the need for holistic strategies that balance conservation with development.
The Trust supports well-established researchers to carry out single, outstanding projects. Professor Hillel Steiner's 'Just Price' project explores the concept of fair prices, while Professor David Hulme's book synthesizes global poverty reduction research.
A study published by the American Psychological Association found that individuals with low socioeconomic status are at a higher risk of developing mental illness. The study suggests that economic stress, unemployment, and housing insecurity contribute to this increased risk.
A recent study in Bosnia-Herzegovina found that child sex trafficking is often fueled by extreme poverty and family involvement, rather than organized crime. The report highlights the need to address poverty and ethnic discrimination to reduce exploitation of impoverished children.
According to Pinstrup-Andersen, failing to address Africa's devastating poverty will exacerbate global instability and push millions towards terrorism. The consequences of malnutrition and environmental degradation in Africa will have far-reaching effects on worldwide security.
A new ESRC report reveals that a higher proportion of families in Northern Ireland are living below the poverty line compared to Britain or the Republic of Ireland. The report also highlights severe child poverty in Northern Ireland, with many households struggling to access basic necessities like heating and clothing.
The UN Millennium Project reports that many poor regions, especially sub-Saharan Africa, are far off-track to achieve the MDGs. However, the goals are still achievable if the world takes bold steps in 2005 to improve hundreds of millions of lives and save millions annually.
Researchers at the Earth Institute explore drivers of hunger and infant mortality, develop improved radiocarbon dating techniques, and examine Arctic soot impacts on climate. They also use regional models to assess potential for extreme climate change.
A survey of student nurses found limited exposure to poverty and its complexities. Researchers recommend practical placements and community initiatives to improve understanding and address poverty's influence on health.
A UCR-led team is using data and analysis to identify effective strategies for reducing poverty in rural areas of Brazil. The two-year project aims to provide insights that can inform public policies nationwide.
A study of 101 at-risk adolescents found that poverty, enmeshed family relationships, and depressive symptoms are associated with decreases in attachment security. Longitudinal analysis revealed that stressors overwhelmed coping abilities while cutting off support from close relationships.
Uganda's forests generate significant income from forest products like charcoal and firewood, contributing up to 36% of annual income for local people. The report concludes that conserving these forests is crucial in alleviating poverty, but current efforts face funding constraints.
A new study by Penn State professor Stephan Goetz suggests that the presence of a Wal-Mart store in a county can lead to higher poverty rates, as the chain pays its workers relatively low wages. This can have long-term effects on the local community, including reduced civic capacity and philanthropic efforts.
A recent study by Scott W. Allard found that the welfare-to-work system is struggling to meet the needs of growing areas of poverty, which are increasingly geographically dispersed. The mismatch between service providers and populations in need may worsen under work-first welfare policies.
A study by Katharine Donato and Chizuko Wakabayashi found that women caregivers are more likely to live in poverty and rely on Supplemental Security Income. The researchers also discovered that women who took on caregiving roles in their early sixties were particularly vulnerable, with 15% of those aged 60-61 living in poverty.
A study found significant socioeconomic disparities in cervical cancer among American women, with higher poverty levels and lower education associated with increased incidence and mortality rates. Women from low-income census tracts were 20% more likely to be diagnosed with late-stage disease than those from high-poverty areas.
Research suggests that girls with low confidence in themselves and their educational future, as well as those from families with lower education levels, are more likely to become pregnant. Encouraging academic success and supporting young people's aspirations could help reduce teen pregnancy rates.
The Climate, Community & Biodiversity (CCB) Standards aim to address the shortcomings of existing land-based climate strategies by incorporating environmental and social issues. The standards evaluate projects that mitigate or adapt to climate change while conserving biodiversity and alleviating poverty.
A study of 338 Chicago neighborhoods found that areas with low collective efficacy had higher asthma rates due to lack of trust, poor air quality, and limited access to health services. Neighborhoods with high collective efficacy, on the other hand, had lower asthma rates due to stronger social connections.
A new study found that genes play a significant role in buffering children against poverty's negative effects on their cognitive and behavioral development. The research, published in Child Development, shows that genetic makeup accounts for 70% of variability in behavioral resilience and 46% of differences in cognitive ability.
Research identifies genetic and environmental protective factors contributing to childhood resilience. Genetic factors influence behavioral and cognitive resilience to poverty, while maternal involvement in stimulating activities helps promote intellectual development. Both genetic and social-environmental sources of protection are inv...
Children in poorer families face greater family turmoil, violence, instability and smaller social networks, living in more polluted and crowded environments with inadequate services. They attend underfunded schools and spend less time reading, watching fewer books at home.
Sub-Saharan Africa must focus on expanding and intensifying smallholder agriculture backed by manufacturing exports to meet Millennium Development Goals. The region's agricultural growth has stagnated for 30 years, making it crucial to address practical challenges facing farmers and private investors.
Researchers studying small farms in Kenya found that restoring natural resources can improve agricultural productivity, particularly in villages with high soil degradation. By adopting more fertilizers and other inputs, farmers in a second village showed better economic outcomes.
A new study found that patients living in neighborhoods with high poverty rates had a 30% higher death rate after a heart attack. Researchers analyzed data from the Worcester Heart Attack Study, which included 2,539 confirmed cases of heart attack collected between 1995 and 1999.
A study conducted at Duke University Medical Center found that relief from poverty can lead to a decrease in frequency of psychiatric symptoms in children. The research, published in The Journal of the American Medical Association, suggests that removing family poverty is associated with improved mental health outcomes.