Editorial Material
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Pascale M. White, Ugonna Iroku, Rotonya M. Carr, Folasade P. May
Summary: The Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists is focused on improving gastrointestinal health outcomes in the Black community, fostering networking and scholarship among its members, developing a pipeline of Black professionals in the field, and promoting health equity in gastroenterology and hepatology.
NATURE REVIEWS GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Joan A. Culpepper-Morgan, Alexandra Guillaume, Jeremy Louissaint, Renee Williams
Summary: The viewpoint discusses the members' routes into gastroenterology and hepatology, the promotion of inclusivity and equity in academia and medicine, and advice to Black students interested in a career in science or medicine.
NATURE REVIEWS GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Rosevine A. Azap, Timiya S. Nolan, Darrell M. Gray, Kiwan Lawson, John Gregory, Quinn Capers, James B. Odei, Joshua J. Joseph
Summary: The study found that socioeconomic status is associated with cardiovascular health in Black men, but educational attainment and employment status have weaker associations with cardiovascular health.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Joshua J. Joseph, Bjorn Kluwe, Justin B. Echouffo-Tcheugui, Songzhu Zhao, Guy Brock, David Kline, James B. Odei, Rita R. Kalyani, David P. Bradley, Willa A. Hsueh, Mario Sims, Sherita H. Golden
Summary: This study found that among Black adults, multiple measures of adiposity were associated with incident diabetes, with the leptin:adiponectin ratio and visceral adipose tissue showing the strongest associations. In individuals with normoglycemia, waist circumference, liver attenuation, and visceral adipose tissue may better identify those at high risk for diabetes, while HbA(1c) was found to be the best predictor in individuals with prediabetes.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2021)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Deepa Ramadurai, Judy A. Shea
Summary: Teaching equitable clinical practice is important, but how to do so effectively is unknown. The Health Equity Implementation Framework (HEIF) provides a structure for assessing and addressing health equity in the implementation of evidence-based practices. It helps educators understand and overcome barriers to equitable care by focusing on the clinical encounter, societal context, and culturally relevant factors.
ADVANCES IN HEALTH SCIENCES EDUCATION
(2023)
Editorial Material
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Keith C. Ferdinand
Summary: Health inequities have resulted in a higher burden of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and reduced life expectancy among non-Hispanic Black adults compared to non-Hispanic White adults. Recent MESA data shows a 34% higher ASCVD mortality and increased all-cause mortality in Black participants compared to White participants. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated the White-Black mortality gap and disproportionately affected Black and Hispanic populations.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Bridget Basile Ibrahim, Veronica Barcelona, Eileen M. Condon, Cindy A. Crusto, Jacquelyn Y. Taylor
Summary: This study examined the relationship between neighborhood social vulnerability and cardiovascular risk among Black/African American women in the United States. The findings revealed significant associations between structural racism, neighborhood environment, and cardiovascular health, emphasizing the need for a multifaceted approach to address racial health inequities.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Bram Wispelwey, Osama Tanous, Yara Asi, Weeam Hammoudeh, David Mills
Summary: Indigenous people have a higher risk of premature death and severe diseases compared to settlers, regardless of the time period and geographic location. Despite being well-known, these health inequities have been difficult to explain and address. Settler colonial studies is a promising field that can help bridge this gap.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Henna Budhwani, Tiffani Maycock, Wilnadia Murrell, Tina Simpson
Summary: In rural Alabama, African American or black adolescents show hesitancy towards COVID-19 vaccine, mainly due to influence of community leaders and older family members, fear of side effects and misinformation, and institutional distrust.
JOURNAL OF ADOLESCENT HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Juanita J. Chinn, Iman K. Martin, Nicole Redmond
Summary: This paper examines the structural contributors to health disparities among Black women in the United States, highlighting the necessity of social and economic equity for achieving health equity. Demographic measures related to health status and inequities among Black women are reviewed, including specific physical and mental health outcomes such as maternal mortality and chronic conditions associated with maternal morbidity.
JOURNAL OF WOMENS HEALTH
(2021)
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Modele O. Ogunniyi, Zainab Mahmoud, Yvonne Commodore-Mensah, Jerome L. Fleg, Yetunde A. Fatade, Odayme Quesada, Niti R. Aggarwal, Deirdre J. Mattina, Glaucia Maria Moraes De Oliveira, Kathryn J. Lindley, Bruce Ovbiagele, Robert O. Roswell, Paul L. Douglass, Dipti Itchhaporia, Sharonne N. Hayes
Summary: Black women are disproportionately affected by cardiovascular disease, and the racial structure of the United States influences cardiovascular disease research and healthcare for this population. It is crucial to implement innovative and culturally tailored strategies to improve cardiovascular health in Black women, taking into account their ethnic diversity and cultural backgrounds.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Crystal E. Brown, Cyndy R. Snyder, Arisa R. Marshall, Kristine L. Cueva, Sandra Y. Jackson, Kemi M. Doll, Sherita H. Golden, Bessie Young, Abby R. Rosenberg
Summary: This study aims to investigate physician perspectives on addressing concerns from patients about interpersonal racism involving them or their team. The study found that physicians generally feel unprepared to discuss racism with patients, especially when the harm is caused by them or their team.
JOURNAL OF GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Laxmi S. Mehta, Garima Sharma, Andreea A. Creanga, Afshan B. Hameed, Lisa M. Hollier, Janay C. Johnson, Lisa Leffert, Louise D. McCullough, Mahasin S. Mujahid, Karol Watson, Courtney J. White
Summary: The United States has the highest maternal mortality rates among developed countries, with cardiovascular disease being the leading cause. The American Heart Association plays a unique role in advocating for maternal health improvement and access to care. Progress has been made in timely data reporting for maternal mortality surveillance and epidemiological programs, but further policy reforms are necessary.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Wenting Huang, Emily Dove-Medows, Jalissa Shealey, Katia Sanchez, Lauren Benson, DawnSheska D. Seymore, Patrick S. Sullivan, Heather M. Bradley, Aaron J. Siegler
Summary: This study aims to understand the vaccine hesitancy among under-represented racial/ethnic populations in the Southern US. It found that distrust in the government and concerns about vaccine safety were the main drivers of hesitancy. The study suggests countering negative social media messages, collaborating with community stakeholders, and offering workplace-based promotion efforts to address vaccine hesitancy.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Mais AlSardi, Dimah AlAskar, Majid Alsahafi, Turki AlAmeel, Eman Al Sulais
Summary: The study aimed to identify barriers to research productivity among gastroenterologists in Saudi Arabia, finding that insufficient research time and lack of funding and compensation were the most common obstacles. Interventions are needed to promote research activities among this group.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2021)