Disparities in the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of Adiposity-Based Chronic Disease (ABCD) disproportionately affect Indigenous American and LGBTQIA+ populations. These groups face significant barriers, including underdiagnosis, inequitable access to treatments like bariatric surgery, and suboptimal post-operative outcomes. For instance, Indigenous …
Age-friendly practice principles significantly enhance patient outcomes for older adults by incorporating evidence-based practices (the 4 Ms: What Matters, Medication, Mentation, Mobility), ensuring care aligns with patients’ goals and avoids harm. These principles address the unique needs of older adults, …
Integration of HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) into health care practices represents a pivotal advancement in HIV prevention. Despite its proven efficacy, a significant practice gap exists among community-based health care professionals (HCPs) serving populations with elevated rates of HIV. Increasing …
Uncomplicated UTIs (uUTIs) are the most common indication for antibiotic prescriptions in the outpatient setting, with a lifetime incidence of 50%-60% in adult women and 20% in adult men. uUTIs, despite their commonality, cause significant physical and psychological distress, especially …
Disparities in mental health diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes significantly affect racial, ethnic, and LGBTQIA+ groups. These populations face barriers such as lower diagnosis rates, inadequate treatment, and poorer outcomes compared to their White, non-LGBTQIA+ counterparts. For instance, Latine patients use …
In the evolving landscape of healthcare, understanding and implementing trauma-informed care practices are crucial for improving patient outcomes. Trauma-informed care focuses on creating safe and supportive environments for individuals affected by trauma. Gender-informed care ensures practice of trauma-informed care through …
Disparities in the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of cardiovascular disorders, including hypertension, disproportionately affect underserved racial and ethnic populations as well as the LGBTQIA+ community. These groups face significant barriers, such as lower rates of hypertension control, increased cardiovascular mortality, …
Low health literacy and limited English proficiency (LEP) significantly impact health care access and outcomes for members of diverse racial and ethnic groups, including Asian and Latine individuals. Addressing these barriers is critical for improving health equity and ensuring effective …
Recent advances in the treatment of gynecologic cancers are promising, and education is needed to ensure that both oncology and primary care clinicians, including OB/GYNs, have a thorough knowledge of biomarkers, current and emerging therapies, and how the latest clinical …