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September 22, 2023
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Study highlights prevalence of dental problems among Medicare beneficiaries

Study highlights prevalence of dental problems among Medicare beneficiaries

A recent study showed a “considerable prevalence” of dental problems among nursing home residents enrolled in Medicare — as well as disparities between certain groups of patients.

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September 22, 2023
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Race/ethnicity, education evaluation offers better understanding of breastfeeding duration

Race/ethnicity, education evaluation offers better understanding of breastfeeding duration

The evaluation of race/ethnicity and educational attainment combined provides a more thorough understanding of breastfeeding duration in the U.S. and can aid in informing targeted and culturally appropriate interventions, according to researchers.

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September 18, 2023
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Advocacy in gastroenterology is ‘not about achieving perfection but progress’

Advocacy in gastroenterology is ‘not about achieving perfection but progress’

At AGA’s annual Advocacy Day in 2022, more than 90 member advocates confronted dozens of federal lawmakers and their staff about pivotal issues and regulatory burdens that affect patient care and delay treatment.

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September 15, 2023
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Rise in number of women seeking abortion care in Massachusetts after Dobbs

Rise in number of women seeking abortion care in Massachusetts after <i>Dobbs</i>

After the Dobbs decision in June 2022, the number of women traveling to Massachusetts for abortion care increased even though neighboring states did not have abortion restrictions, researchers reported in JAMA Network Open.

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September 13, 2023
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Study shows 'major communication gap' about colorectal cancer screening

Study shows 'major communication gap' about colorectal cancer screening

Just over a quarter of patients overdue for colorectal cancer screening received a recommendation from their clinician to get screened, according to the results of research published in Annals of Internal Medicine.

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September 13, 2023
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Socioeconomic status ‘uneven predictor’ of heart health by race, ethnicity

Socioeconomic status &lsquo;uneven predictor&rsquo; of heart health by race, ethnicity

The association of socioeconomic status with CV health measures is strongest among white adults vs. adults from other racial groups in the U.S., suggesting health policies must address other social factors that are driving inequality.

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September 12, 2023
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Researchers identify disparities in timing of dialysis performed pre-surgery

Researchers identify disparities in timing of dialysis performed pre-surgery

Researchers tied disparities related to age, sex, race and ethnicity, along with social deprivation, to the timing of hemodialysis for patients preparing for surgery, according to a study.

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September 11, 2023
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Telehealth medication abortion services ease access to care for underserved US communities

Telehealth medication abortion services ease access to care for underserved US communities

Telehealth medication abortion services help make abortion care access more convenient and accessible for underserved communities in the U.S., according to a cross-sectional study published in JAMA Network Open.

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September 06, 2023
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Obesity-related heart disease deaths triple since 1999, with highest impact on Black women

Obesity-related heart disease deaths triple since 1999, with highest impact on Black women

CV deaths related to obesity increased by 200% across all race groups from 1999 to 2020, a statistic researchers said reflects the health consequences of the rising burden of obesity in the United States.

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September 02, 2023
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SAIA exclusive: ‘Move the needle’ to reduce stigma, barriers for South Asians with IBD

SAIA exclusive: &lsquo;Move the needle&rsquo; to reduce stigma, barriers for South Asians with IBD

With inflammatory bowel disease on the rise in the South Asian community, patients face barriers to diagnosis and treatment, lack of insurance, stigmatization and low cultural competence from specialists — if a specialist can be found at all.

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