Recent data from the CDC highlights a significant sleep crisis disproportionately affecting Black Americans. According to the report, 45.4% of Black adults report insufficient sleep,
For Black Americans, developing an effective exercise routine goes beyond general fitness goals. It represents a crucial strategy for addressing historical health disparities and reducing
The numbers are startling – more than 34 million Americans live with diabetes, but the impact on Black communities tells an even more concerning story.
Let’s talk about something major that’s not getting enough attention: the huge gaps in HIV healthcare across America. While Medicaid covers 40% of non-elderly adults
Pioneering advocate transforms community health through education The landscape of sexual health education requires significant transformation, especially in addressing the unique needs of Black men.
Revolutionary labeling system promises to reshape consumer choices Revolutionary changes in food standards The landscape of American nutrition is undergoing a historic transformation as the
Numbers demand immediate reform, threaten to stop adding up correctly In a groundbreaking development, medical statistics have collectively refused to continue reporting health disparities without
Dr. Eddie Hackler III represents a new generation of medical professionals working to bridge the gap between healthcare and the Black community. As a practicing
Blood pressure swings and hidden risks for Black men Blood pressure fluctuations may seem ordinary, but emerging research reveals a deeper threat to health. Scientists
Early intervention and health equity take center stage in pandemic response The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of understanding the various risk factors that
Healthcare can feel like an obstacle course for plus-size individuals, with uncomfortable waiting room chairs and judgment-filled doctor visits. But here’s the good news: a
In a recent interview on Equity and Focus, Dr. Megan Ebor, assistant professor and founding director of the Health Equity Research Multimedia Lab, joined host
Chartay Robinson, Associate State Director of Advocacy & Outreach for AARP Northern Illinois, has spent over two decades dedicated to bridging gaps between academic institutions
Fourteen years ago, James Young faced a life-altering diagnosis: congestive heart failure and cardiomyopathy. His prognosis was grim, and he encountered three separate heart failure
Wayne County Commission Chair Alisha Bell recently expressed her gratitude while accepting a distinguished honor, thanking her family, including her husband Cranston Young, her children
In a recent “Equity in Focus episode,” Kevin E. Hooks sat down with Nigel Graham, a dedicated advocate for health equity, community empowerment, and education.
In the intricate world of health care, where every choice can mean the difference between life and death, an unseen force quietly influences outcomes: unconscious
Unconscious health bias is a term that might sound complex, but it represents something many of us encounter daily without even realizing it. It refers
At the forefront of advancing public health and education, Frank Barnes III, MPH, CHES, embodies the essence of resilience and dedication. A public health practitioner
Dr. Frank Barnes Jr. is a beacon of leadership and innovation in the field of optometry. With a career spanning more than four decades, Dr.
