Diversity in Medicine
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Hospitals with more diverse and uninsured patients more likely to provide delayed fracture care
A new study finds an association between institutional-level racial disparity and surgical delays.
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Medical degree program put on probation for ‘infrastructure’ issues
Reported issues include faculty shortages and inadequate student access to financial aid as well as to career and wellness counseling.
Dx Across the Skin Color Spectrum
Erythrasma
Erythrasma is a skin condition caused by acute or chronic infection of the outermost layer of the epidermis (stratum corneum) with ...
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Study eyes sunscreens marketed to individuals with skin of color
The average number of allergens per product was 4.7, most commonly fragrance/botanicals, tocopherol, sodium benzoates/derivatives, and sorbitan...
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Consider gaps in access and knowledge in diagnosis and treatment in skin of color
Expert panel shares best practices for managing common dermatologic conditions in a diverse patient population
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Florida medical boards ban transgender care for minors
Once enacted, new state rules will prohibit children under the age of 18 from receiving puberty blockers or cross-sex hormones to transition.
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Physicians react: Climate change and other social issues
Around half of physicians rated climate change among their five most important issues, according to results of a Medscape survey.
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DTC telemedicine expands access to gender-affirming therapy
The findings suggest that virtual care “may be a good option” for transgender, nonbinary, and intersex people, who often report difficulty finding...
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Race and gender: Tailoring treatment for sleep disorders is preferred and better
Sleep disparities are multifactorial and it is important to focus on social determinants of poor sleep.
From the Journals
Higher rates of PTSD, BPD in transgender vs. cisgender psych patients
“It is important to realize that transgender or gender-diverse identity is not synonymous with [borderline personality disorder], as some have...
From the Journals
Dementia prevalence study reveals inequities
Researchers say inequities likely stem from structural racism and income inequality.