Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Mallika Kommareddi, Kael Wherry, Robert A. Vigersky
Summary: The study found that differences in the use of diabetes technology between racial/ethnic groups persisted from 2017 through 2020 and could not be explained by demographics, socioeconomic status, or endocrinology visits.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
S. Strings, C. Wells, C. Bell, A. J. Tomiyama
Summary: This study examined the association between body mass index (BMI) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) among the largest three racial/ethnic groups in the United States. Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from 1999 to 2018, the study found that BMI was associated with higher odds of prediabetes/T2DM for Latine and White individuals, but the association was weaker for Black individuals.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Nathaniel M. Putnam, Evan L. Reynolds, Mousumi Banerjee, Kara Mizokami-Stout, Dana Albright, Joyce Lee, Rodica Pop-Busui, Eva L. Feldman, Brian C. Callaghan
Summary: This study aimed to compare the neuropsychological outcomes of individuals with different types of diabetes and those without diabetes. Results showed that individuals with type 2 diabetes had the highest prevalence of neuropsychological outcomes, but the presence of microvascular/macrovascular complications significantly increased the risk for all patients.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Kristine A. Karvonen, Erin Balay-Dustrude, Annie Do, Miranda C. Bradford, Amanda Phipps, Abby R. Rosenberg
Summary: This study examines the association between race/ethnicity, experiences of racism, and adverse health outcomes in survivors of cancer. The results indicate that historically marginalized racial/ethnic groups are more likely to experience adverse health outcomes. Racism contributes to poor mental and physical health in cancer survivors. Screening for experiences of racism may be necessary to improve health outcomes in this population.
Article
Pediatrics
Holly P. Shifman, Erika Rasnick, Chiung-Yu Huang, Andrew F. Beck, John Bucuvalas, Jennifer C. Lai, Sharad Wadhwani
Summary: Children living in primary care shortage areas have a higher risk of graft failure and death after liver transplant, especially for Black children.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tegan J. Reeves, Taylor J. Mathis, Hailey E. Bauer, Melissa M. Hudson, Leslie L. Robison, Zhaoming Wang, Justin N. Baker, I-Chan Huang
Summary: This scoping review highlighted significant health disparities between racial/ethnic minority and non-minority childhood cancer survivors, with factors such as clinical, demographic, and socioeconomic status playing a role in explaining these disparities. Comprehensive social determinants of racial/ethnic disparities should be collected and integrated into healthcare systems to better understand and address the gap. National and local efforts, such as improving health insurance access and providing culturally-specific interventions, are recommended to reduce the disparities in health outcomes for childhood cancer survivors of different racial/ethnic backgrounds.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Modele O. Ogunniyi, Yvonne Commodore-Mensah, Keith C. Ferdinand
Summary: Hypertension is a major global cause of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. There are disparities in hypertension prevalence among different racial/ethnic groups in the United States, particularly affecting Black adults. National programs and proposed solutions targeted toward hypertension control are essential for eliminating these disparities.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Angela D. Liese, Beth A. Reboussin, Anna R. Kahkoska, Edward A. Frongillo, Faisal S. Malik, Giuseppina Imperatore, Sharon Saydah, Anna Bellatorre, Jean M. Lawrence, Dana Dabelea, Jason A. Mendoza
Summary: This study finds that race/ethnicity interacts with socioeconomic position and clinical characteristics, resulting in a higher risk of poor glycemic control among youth and young adults with type 1 diabetes.
ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Shivani Agarwal, Gladys Crespo-Ramos, Stephanie L. Leung, Molly Finnan, Tina Park, Katie McCurdy, Jeffrey S. Gonzalez, Judith A. Long
Summary: This study used user-centered design principles to engage stakeholders in discussions to increase technology use among underserved populations with type 1 diabetes. Stakeholders collaborated to identify barriers and propose solutions, generating new ideas for interventions that prioritize equity, accessibility, and support systems.
DIABETES TECHNOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS
(2022)
Review
Psychology, Developmental
Karen Dimentstein, Brooke A. Greenberg, Jessica M. Valenzuela
Summary: This systematic review examined the inclusion of racially/ethnically minoritized (REM) youth with type 1 diabetes (T1D) in psychosocial interventions. The review found that while some studies included REM youth, only one study specifically examined the impact of interventions on REM youth or reducing racial/ethnic disparities. Further research and practice implications are discussed.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jeanean S. Naqvi, Rachael E. Liu, Vicki S. Helgeson, Megan E. Hamm
Summary: Family members and friends play a crucial supportive role in managing chronic illnesses, like diabetes, but there may be racial differences in the types of support individuals receive. This qualitative study compares the support received by Black and White individuals with type 2 diabetes, focusing on unsolicited and overprotective support. The findings suggest that unsolicited and overprotective support may not always be perceived negatively, particularly for Black participants who value support given out of love.
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Quynh Pham, Anissa Gamble, Jason Hearn, Joseph A. Cafazzo
Summary: There are disparities in the impact of diabetes on different populations, with ethnoracial minority communities being at increased risk of poor health outcomes. Artificial intelligence is being researched to improve diabetes management, but may have biases towards certain racial groups. A secondary analysis of research articles revealed a lack of ethnoracial data inclusion, highlighting the need for more inclusive approaches in developing AI-based interventions for diabetes care.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Samuel T. Savitz, Thomas Leong, Sue Hee Sung, Keane Lee, Jamal S. Rana, Grace Tabada, Alan S. Go
Summary: Research shows that Black patients with heart failure have a higher hospitalization rate but lower death rate compared to White patients, while Asian/Pacific Islander and Hispanic patients have more favorable outcomes in terms of hospitalization and death rates.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2021)
Article
Dermatology
Jose L. Cortez, Juan Vasquez, Maria L. Wei
Summary: Melanoma care in the United States faces disparities in providers, patient demographics, residence, insurance, socioeconomic factors, race/ethnicity, and age, impacting outcomes. Melanomas detected by dermatologists tend to be thinner, at an earlier stage, and have better survival rates. Lower socioeconomic status, race/ethnicity, and residence can lead to late-stage melanomas with worse outcomes.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ann M. Navar, Stacey N. Purinton, Qingjiang Hou, Robert J. Taylor, Eric D. Peterson
Summary: Among hospitalized COVID-19 patients in the United States, there are racial and ethnic disparities in mortality rates, with Black adults showing higher mortality rates due to a higher burden of comorbidities. In contrast, Hispanic patients exhibit lower mortality rates even after adjusting for various demographic and clinical factors.