Understanding Breast Cancer Screenings & Disparities in Louisiana
Exploring breast cancer epidemiology, risk factors, facts, signs/symptoms, and screening guidelines, with a focus on disparities faced by AmeriHealth Caritas members in Louisiana. Details on the impact of income, early detection rates, and the LA Breast and Cervical Health Program offering mammogram
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Understanding Healthy People 2030: Addressing Health Disparities for National Well-being
Healthy People 2030 is a strategic framework aiming to improve health and achieve equity by setting measurable objectives to be met by the end of the decade. The National Center for Health Statistics plays a crucial role in developing statistical methods, databases, and providing technical assistanc
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Divisions in Society: A Narrative of 1980s Britain
The poem "Divisions" by Tony Harrison explores the societal divisions in 1980s Britain, touching on class, economic disparities, gender roles, educational differences, regional disparities, and psychological divisions. Through its structure, diction, and themes, the poem delves into the complexities
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Addressing Oral Health Disparities in School Communities
This resource highlights the importance of improving pediatric oral health outcomes in schools through community partnerships. It discusses the existing disparities, barriers to accessing dental care, and the impact of oral health on educational outcomes. The learning outcomes include identifying di
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Comparative Sociology
Comparative Sociology is a specialized branch that compares societies to provide generalizations, focusing on the structure and jurisdiction of groups and organizations. It involves studying affinities and disparities to predict outcomes. The discipline is closely related to Social Anthropology. Com
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Addressing Racial Disparities in Hematology: Insights and Strategies
Health equity in hematology is a critical focus area, highlighted in a press briefing with panelists discussing interventions to mitigate disparities in leukemia outcomes based on race, gender, and mental health status. Research confirms historical disparities in acute myeloid leukemia outcomes for
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Addressing Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Addiction Research
Research by Dr. LaTrice Montgomery and colleagues highlights the racial/ethnic disparities in addiction prevalence, treatment outcomes, and social impact. Studies show differences in opioid overdose deaths among adults, economic burdens of health inequities, and race moderation effects in clinical t
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Understanding Health Disparities and Equity in Behavioral Health Care
This module explores the significance of health disparities, health equity, and social justice within integrated behavioral health care. It delves into the role of addressing disparities, promotes ways to achieve equity in care models, and discusses the key organizations dealing with health disparit
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Understanding Race and Ethnicity Issues in Society
Race and ethnicity play a significant role in how people are treated differently in society, leading to discrimination and racism. This content explores the impact of race on individuals and highlights the importance of addressing prejudices and biases. It sheds light on how ignorance and fear lead
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Addressing Racial Health Disparities: Transforming the Task Force Efforts
Comprehensive report and action plan submitted by Thomas F. Stallworth III, outlining the objectives, accomplishments, and ongoing initiatives of the Coronavirus Racial Disparities Task Force. The report includes engaging departments and stakeholders, listing achievements post-interim report, contin
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Understanding Health Disparities and Medicaid's Role in Advancing Equity
Health and health care disparities refer to differences in health outcomes and access to care among different groups, often linked to social, economic, and environmental inequities. People of color face longstanding disparities in health and health care, with factors inside and outside the health ca
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Exploring Health Disparities in 4D: A Multidimensional Perspective
This presentation delves into the complexities of health disparities, particularly focusing on racial and ethnic differences in healthcare quality. It discusses factors such as implicit bias, cultural competence, and social determinants that contribute to unequal treatment in medical settings. The s
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Understanding Regional Disparities: Causes and Impacts in India
Regional disparities in India are evident through differences in income, education, health services, and industrialization levels among regions. Historical, geographical, economic, and governance factors contribute to these disparities, impacting overall economic growth. Measures such as analyzing p
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Health and Health Care Disparities for Black Americans in the United States
Analysis of health and health care disparities for Black Americans in the US reveals significant challenges, including underrepresentation, economic disparities, and health outcome gaps. Despite improvements in some health measures, such as HIV diagnosis rates and teen birth rates, Black Americans s
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Understanding Cancer Health Disparities and Initiatives
Exploring the concept of cancer health disparities, this content touches on the National Cancer Act of 1971, the impact of social determinants of health, and various initiatives such as the National Minority Cancer Awareness Week. It highlights efforts to reduce disparities through research, advocac
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OECD Expert Group on Disparities in National Accounts Work Summary
The OECD Expert Group on Disparities in National Accounts focuses on developing methodology to produce distributional results for household income, consumption, and saving. Their work involves adjusting national accounts totals, identifying relevant variables from micro data sources, imputing missin
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Survey on Racism and Ethnicity in College Communities
This survey delves into the prevalence of racism and ethnicity in college communities. It covers data on gender demographics, perceptions of racism, experiences of witnessing and being targeted by racism, and the stance against racism among college instructors and staff members. The findings highlig
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Understanding Racial and Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) in California
The Racial and Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) in California requires law enforcement agencies to collect demographic data and other identifying characteristics based on officers' perceptions during pedestrian and traffic stops. The purpose of RIPA is to eliminate racial and identity profiling, improv
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Understanding Ethnicity and Ethnic Conflicts
The concept of ethnicity involves both primordial and constructivist perspectives, with primordialists viewing it as an inherited identity and constructivists as a social construct based on fictive kinship. Perceived differences among ethnic groups can lead to conflicts, often rooted in historical e
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Diversity in Leisure, Sport, and Tourism: Policies and Challenges
Gender, socio-economic status, ethnicity, disability, and age play significant roles in shaping participation patterns in leisure, sport, and tourism. While recent research has addressed gender disparities, women still face barriers like childcare responsibilities and limited access to facilities. M
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Addressing Discipline Disparities in School Systems
Systemic disparities in school discipline pose critical short- and long-term consequences for students, schools, communities, and economies. Efforts to address these disparities include recent national initiatives, federal guidance, and collaborative research projects aiming to improve interventions
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Economic and Social Outcomes by Race/Ethnicity in Vermont - REAP July 2020
This report presents data on economic and social outcomes by race/ethnicity in Vermont as of July 2020. It includes information on racial/ethnic population shares, education levels, school enrollment, and field of bachelor's degree for various racial/ethnic groups. Disparities and trends among diffe
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Analysis of Disproportionality in Special Education Disciplinary Practices
This document delves into the issue of disproportionality in special education disciplinary practices, focusing on suspension and expulsion rates among students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). It highlights significant differences in rates based on race/ethnicity and outlines indicato
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Prostate Cancer Disparities: Black Men vs. White Men - A Study by Dr. Renee Reams
Investigating the disparities in prostate cancer among Black and White men, Dr. Renee Reams conducted research highlighting real differences in prostate tumors based on race. RNA sequencing analysis explored possible genetic predispositions in Black men, raising questions about inflammation factors
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Demographic Insights on Race/Ethnicity, Health, and Care in the U.S.
The data reveals the distribution of the U.S. population by race/ethnicity in 2010, highlighting percentages for Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander, Asian, Hispanic, Black, White, and other groups. It also presents statistics on the distribution of Hispanic Americans, no usual source of care for
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Understanding the Health Disparities in People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
The article highlights the pressing need for better information and updated prevalence rates to inform program planning and policies on the health of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD). It discusses the challenges in understanding the health-related needs of this po
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Seat Belt Non-Usage Among High School Students by Sex, Grade, and Race/Ethnicity in 2017
The data from 2017 shows the percentage of high school students who rarely or never wore a seat belt, categorized by sex (male, female), grade (9th, 10th, 11th, 12th), and race/ethnicity (Asian, Black, Hispanic). The percentages range from 11.0% to 4.1%, with variation based on the mentioned factors
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Bridging the Gender and Ethnicity Pay Gap: Fostering Workplace Equity
Breaking barriers and fostering transparency are essential steps in addressing the gender and ethnicity pay gap. Achieving workplace equity requires a multifaceted approach, including a stringent legal framework, promoting pay transparency, challenging traditional gender stereotypes, cultivating a c
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Organisational Development Dashboard Analysis April 2014
Detailed analysis of headcount, grade distribution, staff gender, ethnicity, disability, sickness absence, staff turnover, and organizational development initiatives at an organization in April 2014. The dashboard provides insights into staff demographics, gender distribution by grade, staff ethnici
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Prevalence of Obesity Among US Adults by Race/Ethnicity, State, and Territory 2020-2022
The prevalence of obesity among US adults was studied based on self-reported weight and height by race/ethnicity, state, and territory using data collected through the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) in 2020-2022. The definition of obesity was a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 o
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The Significance of Ethnicity and Race in Social Movements
Exploring the interconnectedness between the social construction of race/ethnicity and social movements, this presentation by Pamela Oliver delves into the relevance of race in both majority and minority movements. It emphasizes how race/ethnicity plays a crucial role in structures of domination, po
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Challenges and Disparities in Minority Health and Workforce
The content discusses the challenges faced by minorities in health care settings, focusing on the impact of COVID-19 and disparities within the workforce. It highlights the importance of addressing social determinants of health, such as economic inequalities and racial disparities, to ensure holisti
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Analysis of Ethnic Representation in Beyoncé's "Formation" Music Video and "Selma" Film Poster
The analysis delves into the complex representations of ethnicity in Beyoncé's "Formation" music video and the "Selma" film poster, exploring themes of solidarity, historical context, and ideological agendas. It contrasts the postmodern appropriation in "Formation" with the historical portrayal in
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Addressing Health Disparities in People with Intellectual Disabilities: Roles of Nurses and Midwives
People with intellectual disabilities face significant health disparities, including multiple long-term health conditions and higher mortality rates. Nurses and midwives play diverse roles in addressing these disparities through research and inclusive practices. Common conditions include epilepsy, o
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Analysis of Consumer Bankruptcy Research Papers at 2021 CFPB Conference
Explore insights from three papers on consumer bankruptcy, discussing topics such as racial disparities in bankruptcy outcomes, benefits of mortgage principal cramdown, and the role of judges and trustees. The research delves into moral hazards, shadow debt, and the impact of race/ethnicity on bankr
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Understanding Ethnicity in Scotland: Diversity, Health Disparities & Demographic Shifts
The data presented delves into the significance of ethnicity in Scotland, highlighting health trends and demographic changes. It showcases disparities in disease prevalence among ethnic groups, variations in healthcare screening attendance, and the evolving diversity landscape. From examining the im
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Addressing Disparities in School Discipline: Understanding Implicit Bias and Cultural Competence
This content delves into the intricate issues surrounding implicit bias and cultural competence in school discipline, focusing on disparities related to race, disability, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation. It discusses the factors contributing to disproportionate disciplinary actions,
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Equity Strategic Framework in Higher Education Meeting
The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education aims to enhance the state's leadership in higher education by prioritizing equity for under-represented student populations. While Massachusetts excels in education indicators overall, disparities by race/ethnicity and gender are evident, with white female
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Exploring Critical Perspectives on Inclusivity in Higher Education
Dr. Sean Walton from the University of Salford discusses the challenges of inclusivity in higher education, focusing on the attainment gap, ineffective diversity interventions, and theoretical perspectives on tackling inequalities. The presentation delves into historical phases of addressing race an
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Understanding Work Culture and Diversity in Educational Settings
Exploring the concept of work culture in education, this content delves into defining work culture, diversity, culturally responsive practices, race, ethnicity, achievement gap, and opportunity gap. It emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing social inclusiveness, educational dispar
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