Webinar: The Importance of Diverse Biospecimens and How Can Latinos Donate
When people donate biospecimens—blood, fluid, or tissue samples—it gives researchers the opportunity to better understand, treat, and prevent cond…
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Study: Latinos Are Underrepresented in Racial Equity News
Latinos face a variety of inequities that contribute to poor health, including disproportionate rates of police brutality, housing instability, and fi…
How Do Germs Spread from Wet and Dry Surfaces?
Water is used a lot in healthcare, and in a lot of different ways. For example, water is used in sinks, faucets, ice machines, drains, toilets, and th…
Why Aren’t Children Eating Enough Fruits and Vegetables?
Nutritious food is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle for children. However, a February 2023 CDC report shows that many children ages 1-5 are no…
Why Don’t All Americans Have Paid Sick Leave?
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of paid sick leave (PSL) policies in the workforce. Unfortunately, 21% of America’s working populat…
What Does ‘Food Equity’ Look Like in Your Neighborhood?
A nutritious diet is essential for good health. But many vulnerable populations, such as Latinos, struggle to access and afford healthy food. To help,…
#SaludTues Tweetchat 4/4: Are Latinos Fairly Represented in Racial Equity News?
Latinos face a variety of inequities that contribute to poor health, including disproportionate rates of police brutality, homelessness, and financial…
The State of Latino Sleep
The average adult should sleep about 7-10 hours a day. But a person may get more (or less) sleep depending on the season, according to a recent study …
Dr. Amelie Ramirez Named to the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame
Dr. Amelie Ramirez, leader of Salud America! at UT Health San Antonio, is among 15 new inductees to the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame. Since 1984…
A Renters Bill of Rights: What Could it Mean for Latinos?
In January 2023, the Biden-Harris administration released a Blueprint for a Renters Bill of Rights. The purpose of the blueprint is to support a well-…