Study: Doctors More Likely to Use Negative Language When Referring to Latinos
Racism and discrimination are among Latinos’ biggest barriers to healthcare. Driven by years of social, structural, and institutionalized racism,…
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Watch Our Award-Winning Bilingual Video on Clinical Trials!
Our collaborative bilingual video — Why Hispanic Representation Matters — has won a “Silver Award” from the W³ Awards! The video, created by …
Webinar: How to Fight El Asesino Silencioso
High blood pressure is a silent killer (el asesino silencioso in Spanish) that can spur heart disease and stroke among Latinos. Help us address heart …
Get Moving Toward a Healthier You!
Physical inactivity is one of the leading risk factors for many diseases, including cancer, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Phys…
Prioritize Your Children’s Eye Health as the School Year Begins
School supplies, news clothes, and annual check-ups at the doctor are just a few things on a parent’s checklist for the start of a new school year. …
What New Immigration and Education Policies Mean for Latino Families
Latinos have endured generations of systemic inequities due to racism and discrimination. Over the years, institutions, structures, and policies hav…
Quick Test Could Improve Dementia Care Disparities
Signs of cognitive impairment and early dementia among Latinos and other people of color are often missed by healthcare providers in busy primary care…
Quick Test Could Improve Dementia Care Disparities
Signs of cognitive impairment and early dementia among Latinos and other people of color are often missed by healthcare providers in busy primary care…
What Do Latinos Think about Preventative Care?
Cancer continues to be a leading cause of death in Latinos. Systemic racism and discrimination have led to disproportionate exposure to risk facto…
Latinos Underrepresented in Clinical Trials on Chronic Pain
Latinos and other group that experience health disparities are frequently underrepresented in spine pain clinical trials, according to an analysis fro…