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Understanding the Global Mental Health Crisis Statistics Disparities and Solutions

In this eye-opening video, we delve into the Global Mental Health Crisis, exploring alarming statistics, significant disparities, and potential solutions to this pressing issue. Mental health affects millions worldwide, yet access to care and understanding varies drastically across regions and communities. Join us as we break down the latest ...
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· Sep 16, 2024
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In-Depth Look At The Lack Of Diversity In Mental Health Professionals | NBC Nightly News

According to the American Psychological Association and American Psychiatric Association, just 4 percent of psychologists in the U.S. are Black, and only 2 percent of psychiatrists are Black. NBC News’ Kate Snow reports on what’s being done to change that. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video ...
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· Jun 30, 2020
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Mental Health Bytes: Mental Health Disparities Among Hispanic and Latino Populations

This Mental Health Byte features Luis R. Torres, Ph.D. from the University of Texas in Rio Grande Valley. Dr. Torres is a Latino social worker committed to increasing equity in mental health care to communities of color. In this short video, Dr. Torres provides an overview of the main health and mental health care disparities that Hispanic and ...
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· Oct 8, 2020
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Mental Health Disparities

About 21 percent of the general population suffers from some form of mental health condition, but among Asian Americans, that number is far lower. It’s not because they are any less affected, though. WGBH News reporter Cristina Quinn tells us a new study finds a glaring disparity between whites and Asians when it comes to mental disorder ...
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· Apr 25, 2018
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Mental Health Care Disparities and Hispanics in the United States: Culture, Epidemiology, and Policy

This presentation is the second in the Addressing Structural Racism series, co-sponsored by Columbia Psychiatry's Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and also commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month. SPEAKER: Joshua Breslau, PhD, ScD Senior Health Behavioral Scientist RAND Corporation ---- Columbia Psychiatry hosts grand rounds every ...
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· Sep 28, 2021
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More young, Black Americans taking their lives amid lack of resources, study finds

For years, experts have warned about a growing mental health crisis among America’s young people. But within that trend, there are important signals about racial disparities. Between 2018 and 2022, the suicide rate among Black youth rose by more than 50 percent. Fred de Sam Lazaro reports from Chicago for our series, Race Matters. A warning ...
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· Jul 24, 2024
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Stigma, psychiatrist shortage further exacerbates mental health disparities in the Black community

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and “American Black Journal” examines the unique challenges the Black community faces in navigating mental health issues. Statistics from the Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health show that Black adults in the United States are more likely to report ongoing emotional distress related to ...
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· May 15, 2024
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The Evolution of Health Disparities Assessment in the Healthy People Initiative (11/14/2022)

Healthy People is an interagency initiative led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Healthy People initiative guides national health promotion and disease prevention efforts to improve the nation’s health. Over the past four decades, the initiative has included an overarching goal to reduce or eliminate health disparities ...
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· Dec 15, 2022
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Understanding Health Inequalities

Health inequalities are the unfair and avoidable differences in the health of people in our society. They do not occur randomly and are determined by the social factors largely outside of an individual's control. In this video, we discuss the social determinants of health and look at why they are crucial in understanding the causes of, and ...
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· Jul 20, 2021
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Social Inequalities in Health

Behavioral and Social Sciences Research Lecture Series: Social inequalities in health Ann Morning, Ph.D. New York University Dorothy Roberts, J.D. University of Pennsylvania Jo Phelan, Ph.D. Columbia University Friday May 8, 2015, 2:00pm - 3:00pm Natcher Conference Center Balcony B, NIH Campus, Bethesda
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· Nov 5, 2014
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Mental Health Statistics in America (US) (Statistics, Facts, and Data)

Mental Health Statistics in America (US) (Statistics, Facts, and Data) - Learn more: https://healthery.com/ Mental Health Statistics in America (Statistics, Facts, and Data): Presented by Did you know: 1 in 5 adults, in the US, have a mental health condition. The mental health of the youth, in the US, is worsening. 76% of today's youth do not ...
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· Oct 14, 2018
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Mental Health in the United States: New Estimates from NCHS

In 2019, the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) included screening measures for anxiety and depression in adults and new questions about the receipt of mental health care among both school-aged children and adults. This webinar will highlight the release of new NCHS reports on anxiety and depression among adults and mental health treatment ...
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· Oct 13, 2020
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Therapists raise awareness of disparities in mental health care

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, which brings awareness to unique challenges that minority communities face when it comes to mental health. "There's just a lot of disparities when it comes to mental health treatment for minorities," said Tori-Lyn Mills, a licensed clinical professional counselor with Thriveworks Columbia ...
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· Jul 24, 2023
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America's Breakdown: Confronting Our Mental Health Crisis

Newsy exposes the important nuance in America's mental health crisis, with a focus on how people are overcoming their struggles. The CDC reports one in four Americans between the ages of 18-44 received mental health treatment last year. That's up nearly 20% from before the pandemic. #mentalhealth #newsy ...
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· Sep 13, 2022
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Health and healthcare disparities in the US | Social Inequality | MCAT | Khan Academy

Visit us (http://www.khanacademy.org/science/healthcare-and-medicine) for health and medicine content or (http://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/mcat) for MCAT related content. These videos do not provide medical advice and are for informational purposes only. The videos are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice ...
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· Mar 28, 2015
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CDC raises alarming mental health trends in Black youth and why these trends can’t be ignored

This video explores the latest CDC report on youth mental health trends and its alarming statistics for Black students. While Black students were found to be less likely to report poor mental health, they were significantly more likely to have attempted suicide compared to their Asian, Hispanic, and White peers. The pandemic has also presented ...
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· Mar 14, 2023
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Surprising Statistics: Mental Health in Numbers

Lets dive into surprising statistics about mental health to highlight its prevalence and impact. Did you know that 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year? Mental health is an issue that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it's often misunderstood or overlooked. Through eye-opening facts and compelling data, we’ll shed ...
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· Mar 29, 2025
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LGBTQ women face disproportionate rates of mental health issues and barriers to care

A new report finds that LGBTQ women in the U.S. experience high rates of trauma, mental illness, and other health conditions. And they're less likely to seek medical care.
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· Oct 8, 2024
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Health Equity

This video explains health equity and the interconnected factors that contribute to health inequities and health disparities. This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/healthequity/whatis/videos/Video2-HealthEquityOverview_LowResolution.mp4
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· Jan 12, 2023
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The Data on Serious Mental Illness in the United States

Learn about the prevalence and impact of serious mental illness (SMI) on the United States. The reality is that SMI is an important public health and everyone should be aware of it. In 2019, more than 13 million adults had SMI in the past year -- that adds up to more than 5% of all adults in the U.S. Watch this video to find stats about ...
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· Jan 21, 2021
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Population Health: Crash Course Sociology #43

We’re continuing our unit on health with a discussion of some of the indicators that help us measure health for different populations. We’ll also explore three contributors to health disparities: individual factors like genetics, physical factors like pollution, and social factors like stress. Crash Course is made with Adobe Creative Cloud ...
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· Feb 5, 2018
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Why is Mental Health a Public Health Issue? Episode 3 of "That's Public Health"

Mental illness affects nearly 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. in any given year. But mental illness isn’t just "mental" — it can impact our physical health too. Learn why mental health is a public health issue in this third episode of the "That's Public Health" web series from APHA and Complexly.
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· Jan 4, 2022
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Non-white adults lack access to health care, insurance and housing, L.A. County Health Survey shows

LA County Health Survey shows Black, Asian and Latinx adults still face disproportionate inequities when it comes to access to health care and housing
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· Mar 29, 2024
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World Bank and WHO: Half the world lacks access to essential health services, 100 million still pushed into extreme poverty because of health expenses

At least half of the world’s population cannot obtain essential health services, according to a new report from the World Bank and WHO.
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· Oct 15, 2020
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Understanding Mental Health in America: Statistics, Causes, and Solutions

In this deep dive, we explore the state of mental health in America, backed by recent data and statistics. We discuss the alarming rates of mental illness among U.S. adults, with nearly 1 in 5 affected annually and a particularly high rate among young adults aged 18-25. The episode highlights the various pressures young adults face, including ...
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· Oct 20, 2024
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Racial Disparities in Healthcare are Pervasive

Study after study affirms that doctors treat their patients differently, depending on the patient's race. Minority patients get different diagnoses, different treatments, and are often subject to being stereotyped by their physicians. Related HCT episodes: 1. Black Mothers Suffer Higher Birth-related Mortality: https://youtu.be/VYc-Eq-vDuA 2 ...
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· Apr 8, 2019
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Minority Health Disparities | Michelle's Story

Michelle R. Simmons is a patient, mother and grandmother who understands firsthand the impact of health disparity in her family and in her community. Her commitment to her own health and the health of her family and community, makes her a powerful partner with Johns Hopkins Medicine to reverse the impact of health disparities. For more ...
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· Jan 1, 2009
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Leveraging Data Science to Address Behavioral Health Inequities Social Determinants of Health in No

Behavioral health disparities in rural areas are significantly influenced by social determinants of health (SDOH), such as economic stability, access to care, and social support networks. Northeast Colorado, like many rural regions, faces unique challenges, including provider shortages, geographic isolation, and systemic barriers that ...
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· 11 days ago
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2023 Health Disparities Roundtable

The University of Minnesota’s Health Equity Work Group hosted a panel of experts at the annual Health Disparities Roundtable. The speakers to better understand the effects of mental health on health inequalities locally, nationally, and globally. Experts discussed effective and sustainable policies, practices, and programs to achieve mental ...
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· Mar 22, 2023
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Examining disparities in mental health resources based on race, ethnicity

A doctor at Boston Medical Center says mental health conditions in people of color are often misdiagnosed, and when you add in stigma, treatment is often delayed. Subscribe to WCVB on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/1e8lAMZ Get more Boston news: http://www.wcvb.com Like us: https://www.facebook.com/wcvb5 Follow us: https://twitter.com/WCVB ...
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· Jun 15, 2021
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Mind the Gap: The Cost of Mental Health Disparities

One in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness, yet access to treatment remains a challenge. This is especially true for lower-income individuals and minority populations who bear a disproportionate burden of both mental health and chronic conditions, which are intrinsically connected, exacerbating the economic hardships they face. In fact ...
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· Jun 5, 2024
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Mental Health Disparities in the Black Community | Leadership Summit 2021

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· Jan 19, 2022
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How Statistics is Changing Healthcare

Learn how data from research and trials can lead to insights that not only improve our understanding of mental health, but also make it more personalized to individuals’ unique needs. This video features Samprit Banerjee, Ph.D., M. Stat. Associate Professor of Biostatistics, Weill Cornell Medical College; and Susan Mikulich, Ph.D., Professor ...
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· Oct 26, 2020
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Engaging Healthcare Teams to Eliminate Health Inequities

Learn about strategies that healthcare systems can use to identify and eliminate health inequities affecting their patients. For further information about how these strategies are being used to improved care for Veterans, visit: VA.gov/healthequity/
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· Feb 2, 2021
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Beyond Healthcare: The Social Determinants of Health

#Healthcare #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth #Health Many health experts agree that medical services have a limited impact on a person’s health and well-being. About 80-90% of health outcomes are due to non-medical factors such as where people live, learn, work, and age. Collectively called the social determinants of health, these factors can ...
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· Oct 19, 2020
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2021 Top Ten Trends in Psychology

From psychology's role in policing to addressing the national mental health crisis, we're counting down the top 10 trends in psychology to watch in 2021. __________________________________ The American Psychological Association is the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States, with more than ...
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· Jan 5, 2021
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Measuring Population Mental Health

Moving Psychological Science Toward a Population Health Approach: Measuring Population Mental Health Isaac Ahuvia This video explores innovative methods for measuring mental health at the population level, emphasizing the need for scalable data collection and community-level metrics to effectively address mental health disparities. It ...
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· Oct 8, 2024
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Q&A: The Ten Americas reveal increasing health disparities in the US

Although the US spends more on health than any other country in the world, disparities in health outcomes between different demographics are increasing. Dr. Ali Mokdad explains the latest research using the "Ten Americas" framework to examine health disparities by race, ethnicity, and geography. Read the research: https://www.healthdata.org ...
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· Nov 21, 2024
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Discussing Disparities in Mental Health | Rooted in Progress

Join hosts Deanne King and Terrance Middlebrooks as they discuss disparities with mental health. Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Lisa Martin, shares her expertise in coping with mental health, the stigma minorities face, and local resources that are available. Rooted in Progress producer, Nyesha Harper, also shares her story of overcoming depression ...
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· Jul 25, 2024
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The race-based inequalities in health insurance and health outcomes

In the United States, there are significant racial disparities in access to health coverage and in health outcomes. People of color are far more likely to be uninsured in America, due in part to several states’ refusal to expand Medicaid. The infant and maternal mortality rates for Black babies and mothers are also far higher than those of ...
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· Feb 20, 2020
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20 percent of America’s youth suffer from a mental, emotional or behavioral condition

NBC News' Cynthia McFadden speaks with Dr. Harold Koplewicz, head of the Child Mind Institute, about new research that shows the biological differences in kids with mental health disorders.
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· Dec 11, 2017
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Disparities & Health Equity | Aging Matters | NPT Reports

This edition of Aging Matters focuses on health disparities among older adults. Learn more at: https://www.wnpt.org/agingmatters/ The COVID-19 pandemic revealed shocking disparities in health outcomes based on race and ethnicity, highlighting long-standing inequities among BIPOC Americans. The causes range from barriers to health care access ...
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· Jun 24, 2021
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426 - Why Are Health Disparities Everyone’s Problem?

Dr. Lisa Cooper, a forward-thinking national leader in health equity, returns to the podcast to talk with Dr. Josh Sharfstein about her new book, Why Are Health Disparities Everyone’s Problem? Dr. Cooper speaks about her upbringing in Liberia, her family’s move to the US, and her initial introduction to health disparities in the US. They ...
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· Feb 4, 2022
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Health Inequality: Examining Public Health Disparity | Apr. 17, 2025 | On Call with the Prairie Doc®

Prairie Doc Dr. Debra Johnston, with guest Dr. Denelle Baete Kenyon | Associate Dean of Community Health & Engagement, USD Sanford School of Medicine as they discuss health care throughout our state.
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· 19 days ago
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Health Care Disparities: Using Data to Identify and Act

Minnesota ranks high for quality of care and health status, but has stark disparities within the overall population. By analyzing patient data, clinics can reveal disparities and health equity issues. West Side Community Health Services will share how they use REL data to identify and address gaps through quality improvement initiatives.
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· Oct 29, 2018
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Diving into CAPIWAVES: Examining Mental Well-Being and COVID-19 Economic Impacts Among NHPIs in CA

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders (NHPIs) have experienced the highest COVID-19 mortality rates of any race or ethnicity in California. However, there has yet to be a statewide assessment of NHPI mental well-being and socioeconomic impacts. Until now. From January–May 2024, researchers at the ...
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· Jul 29, 2024
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Black Health Disparities Go Back To Slavery | Discovered Truth: Full Documentary

Discovered Truth: A Health Care Journey discusses black barriers to healthcare due to racism, distrust, and slavery and how that effects racial health disparities now. Historically the African American community has been under and uninsured. The historic road to health insurance is rooted in isolation but changes in society and the Affordable ...
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· Mar 3, 2021
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Explore Healthy People 2030 Disparities Data

This short video demonstrates how users can navigate to and interact with health disparities data on the Healthy People 2030 site, including filtering and resetting data. To learn more about how we calculate disparities data, visit https://health.gov/healthypeople/objectives-and-data/about-disparities-data
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· Sep 7, 2023
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Identifying Health Disparities

Health disparities exist all around us. They affect the type and quality of healthcare available to certain portions of the population, and can negatively affect health outcomes. Do you know what these health disparities are and how to identify them? This video was created specifically for the Khan Academy MCAT Video Competition. Please feel ...
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· Jun 14, 2013
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Understanding Mental Health Challenges Facing Latinx Community | Duke Health

Language barriers, micro aggressions, acts of blatant discrimination or racism, and societal pressures all impact the Latinx community in unique ways. They combine to create disparities that negatively impact the mental health of Latinx people. Gabriela Nagy, an assistant professor in psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Duke University School ...
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· Oct 8, 2021