• STUDY ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA, PARTICIPANTS, AND INTEVENTIONS: Medical Subject Heading (MeSH) terms related to asthma were combined with terms to identify intervention studies focused on minority populations. (nih.gov)
  • The office is responsible for activating efforts to educate citizens and professionals on imperative health care issues and seeks to provide minority health data and technical assistance to local agencies working to improve the health status of minority populations. (clevelandhealth.org)
  • The Cleveland Office of Minority Health seeks to serve as a "clearinghouse" for the coordination of community health efforts targeting Cleveland's African-American/Black, Asian, Hispanic/Latino and Native American populations. (clevelandhealth.org)
  • Racial and ethnic minorities and other hard-to-reach populations have been historically underrepresented in experimental program evaluations. (rti.org)
  • She became a prominent advocate for mental health education and support for minority populations. (nami.org)
  • Health equity is a commitment to provide high-level care to all populations and to remove obstacles and disparities in the health care system. (ncqa.org)
  • Implement strategies that address social determinants of health for commercially insured populations. (ncqa.org)
  • NCQA frameworks and programs help health systems identify disparities in care and close gaps in populations while supporting the priorities of contracting partners. (ncqa.org)
  • More broadly, issues of health disparities in racial and ethnic minority populations have been observed in other areas of genomic medicine. (cdc.gov)
  • For example, non-Whites who received multigene sequencing have higher rates of variants of unknown significance (uninformative genetic results in which it is unknown if a gene variant is associated with a given health outcome or not) than Whites, since the classification of variants (as pathogenic or non-pathogenic) relies heavily on data from primarily European populations. (cdc.gov)
  • In addition, the Director, NCMHD, is statutorily required to ensure that not fewer than 50 percent of the contracts are awarded to qualified health professionals that are members of health disparities populations. (nih.gov)
  • Health disparity populations" are determined by the Director of NCMHD, after consultation with the Director of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and are defined as populations where there is significant disparity in the overall rate of disease incidence, prevalence, morbidity, mortality, or survival rates as compared to the health status of the general population. (nih.gov)
  • Health disparities research" is defined as basic, clinical, or behavioral research on a health disparities population (including individual members and communities of such populations) including the causes of such health disparities and methods to prevent, diagnose and treat such disparities. (nih.gov)
  • Minority health conditions" refers to all diseases, disorders, and other conditions (including mental health and substance abuse) that are unique to, more serious, or more prevalent in racial and ethnic minorities, for which the medical risk factors or types of medical interventions may be different, or research involving such populations as subjects or data on such individuals is insufficient. (nih.gov)
  • Cultural competency is vital when working with diverse populations in health care because of all of the different cultures and ethnicities prevalent in our country. (ipl.org)
  • Known health disparities exist in overdose mortality rates, particularly among certain racial/ethnic minority populations. (cdc.gov)
  • Examining rates by demographic and social determinants of health characteristics can identify disproportionately affected populations and inform strategies to reduce drug overdose deaths. (cdc.gov)
  • Implementation of available, evidence-based, culturally responsive overdose prevention and response efforts that address health disparities impacting disproportionately affected populations are urgently needed. (cdc.gov)
  • In addition, the number of culturally competent clinicians in some locations is too low to accommodate the di-verse populations. (psychiatrictimes.com)
  • This is a clear challenge across the US health care system and it's especially difficult among minority and medically underserved populations , where language barriers and concerns regarding cultural competence are more prevalent. (nationalhealthcouncil.org)
  • As UC Davis Health begins phase three of testing the Novavax vaccine, researchers are prioritizing participants from communities that have been severely affected by COVID-19 for their clinical trial, including Latino, African American and Native American populations, according to a recent press release . (theaggie.org)
  • Serves as the principal advisor and coordinator to the Agency for the special needs of minority and disadvantaged populations. (cms.gov)
  • Participates in the formulation of CMS goals, policies, legislative proposals, priorities and strategies as they affect health professional organizations and others involved in or concerned with the delivery of culturally and linguistically-appropriate, quality health services to minorities and disadvantaged populations. (cms.gov)
  • Establishes short-term and long-range objectives and participates in the focus of activities and objectives in assuring equity of access to resources and health careers for minorities and disadvantaged populations. (cms.gov)
  • Racial and ethnic disparities in health outcomes were frequent topics of conversation, but the limited scholarship centering Latinos focused almost exclusively on Spanish-speaking, immigrant populations. (cancer.gov)
  • Our results point towards a disproportionately higher risk for cardiovascular disease among sexual-minority populations," stated lead author Dr. Anshul Saxena, a biostatistician at the clinic who presented data on 2,445 adults to make this claim. (newstarget.com)
  • Health and human service organizations are recognizing the need to enhance services for culturally and linguistically diverse populations. (cdc.gov)
  • It is important for suicide prevention efforts to be culturally sensitive and consider the needs of sexual minority populations. (cdc.gov)
  • This knowledge will improve the lives of populations at risk, reduce gender-related health disparities, and ultimately reduce the societal burden of both public health issues. (cdc.gov)
  • Collaborative partnerships are a useful approach to improve health conditions of disadvantaged populations. (cdc.gov)
  • Many barriers prevent Asian Americans from seeking proper mental health interventions. (wikipedia.org)
  • To systematically review the literature to characterize interventions with potential to improve outcomes for minority patients with asthma. (nih.gov)
  • Several system-level interventions focused on specialty clinics with promising findings, although health disparities collaboratives did not have similarly promising results. (nih.gov)
  • The literature shows consistent and adverse disparities among blacks and Hispanics compared to non-Hispanic whites in the prevalence and incidence of Alzheimer's disease, mortality, participation in clinical trials, use of medications and other interventions, use of long-term services and supports, health care expenditures, quality of care, and caregiving. (hhs.gov)
  • Join the Tech Talk Webinar , Using Experimental Case Designs to Evaluate and Develop Culturally Sensitive and Responsive Interventions , to learn about recent innovations in experimental case designs (ECDs). (rti.org)
  • 3) concurrent health interventions. (cdc.gov)
  • Improve the effectiveness of resource allocation to nutrition and other public health interventions by providing health planners, public health nutritionists and public health decision makers with updated advice based on economic modeling. (who.int)
  • As payers and vendors seek to advance their understanding of cost and quality of the behavioral health interventions they deliver to members and patients, the adoption of more rigorous MBC tools is becoming more popular. (forbes.com)
  • When working with the Latino community, this is fundamental as evaluation findings can be properly used to design or make improvements for culturally informed interventions. (aea365.org)
  • These insights will help providers and researchers designing culturally specific interventions better serve the needs of Latin-Americans with lupus, a minority population disproportionately affected by the disease. (lupus.org)
  • We have relatively little research that can assess the health and well-being of sexual minorities and inform culturally-appropriate interventions that target heart disease risks in this population. (newstarget.com)
  • Considering this scenario, our article aims to present basic elements of affirmative family psychotherapy, a model for working with families including LGB members, in order to develop culturally sensitive, empathic and respectful interventions in relation to sexual diversity. (bvsalud.org)
  • Appropriate interventions are needed to raise awareness of the health risks and to prevent smokeless tobacco use. (who.int)
  • Below you will find trainings to help health care providers, public health professionals, and health profession students provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services to address health disparities and inequities. (cdc.gov)
  • NCQA also helps identify and develop measures for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services for use in the Medicare QIO program. (ncqa.org)
  • The term 'preferred' language is consistent with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Meaningful Use criteria, the Office of Minority Health's National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS), and the Institute of Medicine's Race, Ethnicity, and Language Data: Standardization for Health Care Quality Improvement report. (jointcommission.org)
  • Providing culturally and linguistically appropriate healthcare services requires an understanding of cultural competence . (cdc.gov)
  • Improved quality of care is the outcome measure that indicates whether implementing training programs, policies, and culturally or linguistically appropriate standards makes a difference. (cdc.gov)
  • This report summarizes the findings of the cognitive evaluation of questionnaire items on the forthcoming 2016 National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey (NAMCS) Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) supplement. (cdc.gov)
  • The literature suggests numerous underlying causes, including factors related to measurement of the disease, genetics, socioeconomic factors, cultural differences, lack of culturally competent providers, and discrimination. (hhs.gov)
  • Women from a racial and ethnic minority may face additional barriers, such as poor provider communication, lack of culturally relevant services, and limited English proficiency. (aidsmap.com)
  • The lack of culturally tailored health education may also be a factor. (medscape.com)
  • This self-directed, online course for public health professionals, physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, nurse practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, and social workers lays out the standards and best practices to improve healthcare communication and therefore, improve understanding and outcomes. (cdc.gov)
  • Overall, education delivered by health care professionals appeared effective in improving outcomes for minority patients with asthma. (nih.gov)
  • This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) solicits Research Project Grant (R01) applications from institutions/organizations th at propose to conduct research to determine the barriers to optimal health care for obese patients, and to test innovations or modifications in care delivery to improve health outcomes for obese patients independent of weight loss. (nih.gov)
  • NCQA programs and measures help health plans implement an actionable framework to provide high-quality care for all members, determine how health inequities influence HEDIS® measures and outcomes, and meet contracting and regulatory requirements. (ncqa.org)
  • Use NCQA programs to identify health plan and provider partners that excel in providing equitable health care with measurable outcomes, supporting equitable treatment to all employees. (ncqa.org)
  • In the interim, we should continue to intervene on health behaviors and policies proven to be effective in improving health outcomes and reducing the burden of diseases such as heart disease and cancer. (cdc.gov)
  • Traditional public health approaches will continue to be important in reducing risk of adverse health outcomes and an important component of precision public health. (cdc.gov)
  • Women living with HIV often have worse health outcomes and higher mortality than other people living with HIV. (aidsmap.com)
  • Patient-centred care has been shown to positively impact health outcomes, particularly for those with complex medical and social needs. (aidsmap.com)
  • Health l iteracy has been shown to drive greater adherence to physician recommendations and improved health outcomes. (nationalhealthcouncil.org)
  • Combined, these investments will help WIC reach more eligible mothers and young children and improve the service they receive throughout their entire experience with the program, setting them up for healthy outcomes and helping to reduce longstanding disparities in maternal and child health. (constantcontact.com)
  • This ultimately puts gays and lesbians at a health disadvantage, and that's exactly what scientists are now documenting in terms of health outcomes. (newstarget.com)
  • Systemic racism within health care and other social institutions has led to large racial and ethnic disparities in access to health care, poor health outcomes, and high mortality rates for women and children of color. (chcs.org)
  • Using culturally responsive, community-driven, and anti-racist approaches to support underserved, low-income, or at-risk families can help these programs increase opportunities to identify and address racial inequities and disparities, as well as improve maternal and early childhood outcomes. (chcs.org)
  • This brief explores strategies used by state Medicaid and health agencies in New York , Minnesota , and Vermont to improve equitable health and well-being outcomes through their home visiting programs. (chcs.org)
  • There are gaping disparities in maternal and early childhood health outcomes within communities of color. (chcs.org)
  • The Black community, in particular, is severely impacted by racist systems, policies, and practices that reduce access to health care and impede effective treatment - resulting in worse maternal and child health outcomes than other racial and ethnic groups. (chcs.org)
  • 2 , 3 , 4 Native Americans/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islanders, and subgroups of Latina women and children also fare worse than white families when it comes to maternal and child health outcomes. (chcs.org)
  • Evidence-based home visiting programs offer a proven track record in addressing or at least mitigating disparities in health care quality and health outcomes by coordinating care and referrals to a variety of services, including other early childhood care and education programs. (chcs.org)
  • 6 When home visiting programs use culturally responsive and community-driven approaches to support underserved, low-income, or at-risk families, they can be even better positioned to address racial and ethnic disparities and improve maternal and early childhood outcomes. (chcs.org)
  • The featured states participated in Aligning Early Childhood and Medicaid , a national initiative led by the Center for Health Care Strategies with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation that aimed to enhance alignment across Medicaid and state agencies responsible for early childhood programs with the goal of improving the health and social outcomes of infants and children in low-income families. (chcs.org)
  • Some postulate that the chronic stress documented to occur in some communities near hazardous waste sites could possibly lead to an array of biopsychosocial effects, including physical health effects from chronic stress (possible health outcomes affected by stress include cardiovascular, gastrointestinal disorders, and skin), increases in the prevalence of certain psychological disorders, and social disruption. (cdc.gov)
  • Thomas, chair of the Assembly Select Committee on Mental and Behavioral Health. (nami.org)
  • Greater exposure to primary care physicians and integration of behavioral health increases the chances of detecting mental illness and reducing disparities in access. (psychiatrictimes.com)
  • There's a reason that venture capital-backed mental and behavioral health startups in the U.S. received nearly $2 billion in funding in the first few months of 2021, according to Dealroom data . (forbes.com)
  • From investors, entrepreneurs and digital health startups, to providers, employers and health plans, stakeholders are doubling down on innovative solutions, tech-focused partnerships and new care models to address the country's urgent need for better, more accessible behavioral health care. (forbes.com)
  • Add physician shortages and the impact of Covid-19 to the equation - where 42% of U.S. adults reported anxiety and depression symptoms in 2020, up from 11% in previous years - and what the healthcare industry has is a behavioral health pandemic unto itself. (forbes.com)
  • But for one behavioral health leader, who knows the challenges of navigating mental healthcare access first hand, there's still an incredible amount of "white space" for continued innovation - and an opportunity to do better. (forbes.com)
  • Solomé Tibebu always knew that technology would drive opportunities in behavioral health care access and treatment, with her personal journey with mental illness starting as a teen. (forbes.com)
  • Today, as a behavioral health tech strategist who's passionate about health equity and access, Tibebu is committed to convening and connecting the right individuals, companies and investors to make progress in the field possible. (forbes.com)
  • She also hosts the Going Digital: Behavioral Health Tech summit, the largest conference focused on virtual behavioral health access and innovation in the country, convening virtually on June 3. (forbes.com)
  • Solomé Tibebu is the host of Going Digital: Behavioral Health Tech summit, taking place June 3rd. (forbes.com)
  • Below, Tibebu weighs in on what the future of the behavioral health landscape looks like, conditions for its success, the white space that's ripe for disruption, and how new technologies, platforms and partnerships are helping consumers prioritize their mental health. (forbes.com)
  • Question: Investment in mental and behavioral health tech hit records in 2020, and we seem to be accelerating further. (forbes.com)
  • Some of the major trends have included the adoption of more explicit measurement-based care efforts integrated within virtual behavioral health solutions, expansion into other modalities of care such as coaching, and continued consolidation in the space. (forbes.com)
  • Per JAMA, measurement-based care (MBC) is the systematic evaluation of patient symptoms before or during an encounter to inform behavioral health treatment. (forbes.com)
  • Loralyn Taylor, a lecturer in the public health science department at UC Davis, expressed how the pandemic has not only brought to light already existing health disparities faced by minority groups, but has also increased their severity. (theaggie.org)
  • have a defined set of values and principles, and demonstrate behaviors, attitudes, policies, and structures that enable them to work effectively cross-culturally. (cdc.gov)
  • While the 2017 YRBS is an invaluable tool in determining the health and well-being of students across the nation and in highlighting disparities, it is also important to recognize that the behaviors are often a reflection of inequities young people face in accessing information and care related to their sexual health. (siecus.org)
  • social determinants of health, such as income inequality, exacerbate these inequities. (cdc.gov)
  • Disparities in overdose mortality rates are not fully explained by substance use patterns ( 7 , 8 ) and might result from unequal access to substance use treatment services ( 9 ), socioeconomic inequities, and social determinants of health ( 10 ). (cdc.gov)
  • The pandemic has exposed the already existing health inequities in vulnerable p opulations. (nationalhealthcouncil.org)
  • We already have these inequities and disparities in our country, and COVID-19 has really amplified that and is showing us how much those determinants matter, and how much historically they've already affected health and are continuing to affect health," Taylor said. (theaggie.org)
  • The first project is an ongoing collaboration between VDS and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to address occupational health inequities among Hispanic people. (cdc.gov)
  • The Commonwealth Fund underwrites NCQA and Grantmakers in Health to create a roadmap to improve and sustainably collect data on race and ethnicity for policymakers and other audiences. (ncqa.org)
  • Data were collated directly from ality or country of origin (ethnicity) of the children with the countries' health authorities and consisted of aggre- malaria. (cdc.gov)
  • Rates were examined by race and ethnicity and county-level social determinants of health (e.g., income inequality and treatment provider availability). (cdc.gov)
  • Children with a sedentary lifestyle, large at birth, with high risk family health behaviours (overweight mothers, smoking near the child, missing breakfast) and from a family with low income or low educational attainment, were more likely to be obese regardless of ethnicity. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Nowhere are the divisions of race, ethnicity, and culture more sharply drawn than in the health of the people in the United States. (cdc.gov)
  • The disparity in vaccination coverage by race and ethnicity was present among those who reported having medical insurance, a personal health care provider, and a routine medical checkup in the past year. (cdc.gov)
  • Annual vaccination against seasonal influ- erage stratified by race and ethnicity and health care access enza is recommended for all persons aged 6 months except variables for the 2021-22 season and possible reasons for when contraindicated ( 3 ). (cdc.gov)
  • The histories of many Asian countries overlap, and being aware of such histories is required in order to provide culturally competent care for the Asian American population. (wikipedia.org)
  • The utilization of mental health care depends significantly on the individual's awareness of their need for treatment, access to mental health care facilities, and ability to afford the time and money costs associated with receiving such care. (wikipedia.org)
  • Asian American people tend to receive less mental health care and psychotherapy services when compared to other racial and ethnic groups. (wikipedia.org)
  • The principal standard is to provide effective, equitable, understandable and respectful quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices, preferred languages, health literacy and other communication needs. (cdc.gov)
  • Below you will find training and resources to educate health care workers, hospital administrators, public health professionals, and health profession students about health literacy practices, including teach-back, and about applying these practices to better communicate with patients and the public. (cdc.gov)
  • This training introduces the concept of health literacy and demonstrates how the public's literacy skills affect interactions with health care providers and public health professionals. (cdc.gov)
  • The most commonly reported post-intervention outcome was use of health care resources, followed by symptom control and self-management skills. (nih.gov)
  • In addition, the NAD encourages organizations to inform their membership about this position paper and incorporate the language used in this position statement wherever possible and appropriate in mental health policy statements on multicultural approaches to care, cross-cultural and cultural care, limited English speaking/signing procedures and guidelines, Olmstead planning, and other kinds of policies, procedures, and standards of care that exist in the mental health field and profession. (nad.org)
  • The population of people with hearing loss should be included, alongside other ethnic and cultural groups, in efforts to eliminate disparities in mental health care. (nad.org)
  • As a result of these efforts, extensive theoretical, policy, and practice literature has developed, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and several landmark court cases on mental health and hearing loss, particularly supporting and promulgating appropriate care guidelines for services and the importance of consumer voice. (nad.org)
  • Cultural and cross cultural providers in public and private mental health care service delivery systems are aware that a positive therapeutic process includes facilitating the acceptance of hearing loss as an integral and potentially valued part of the individual and understanding and respecting communication choice and family needs, both nuclear and extended. (nad.org)
  • The funding and monitoring sources for behavior analysts have changed over the last five with the introduction of behavior analyst licensure and health care coverage for families affected by ASD. (abainternational.org)
  • Due to the high number of new BACB certificants, new licensing laws, and increased health-care funding sources for ABA treatment, behavior analysts must be responsive to pertinent field based ethical issues associated with the practice of behavior analysis in homes and communities. (abainternational.org)
  • Health directly relates to equitable care: Everyone deserves the best treatment regardless of their race, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic or cultural characteristics. (ncqa.org)
  • NCQA is committed to ongoing and evolving equity in health care. (ncqa.org)
  • Let's take the journey together to achieve equitable health care for all Americans. (ncqa.org)
  • Promote actions that reduce disparities and propel health care toward true equity for everyone. (ncqa.org)
  • Watch our videos addressing health equity and care disparities. (ncqa.org)
  • Measurement can help illuminate how well health plans are serving Medicaid enrollees, how equitable the care being provided is, and ultimately help drive improvement. (ncqa.org)
  • Inequitable access to health care and social drivers of health results in significantly increased medical expenses each year, higher death rates in some communities and uneven distribution of resources. (ncqa.org)
  • NCQA launches its Distinction in Multicultural Health Care program. (ncqa.org)
  • The California Endowment funds research to develop NCQA's Multicultural Health Care standards and guidelines. (ncqa.org)
  • For example, the allied health profession, the minority do not receive health care as white counterparts. (exclusivepapers.com)
  • This poses a problem because by increasing the number of minority healthcare workforce, the underserved population would be able to receive health care as some patients are comfortable discussing issues of health care with people of the same background. (exclusivepapers.com)
  • In an attempt to improve diversity in the health care, American physical therapy association has embraced cultural diversity in its goal, mission and vision. (exclusivepapers.com)
  • Many professional organizations are fighting the war of underrepresentation of minorities in certain occupations such as health care, engineering. (exclusivepapers.com)
  • The partnership with county health departments has proved highly beneficial, since they were found to be the migrants' primary point of access to health care. (cdc.gov)
  • Puerto Rican Culture Religion, culture, beliefs, and ethnic customs can influence how patients understand health concepts, how they take care of their health, and how they make decisions related to their health (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 2015). (ipl.org)
  • With such a presence of Hispanic people, it is very likely that nurses will have the opportunity to provide culturally competent care to these individuals. (ipl.org)
  • 3 However, the lack of providers who speak the patient's language can be a barrier to accessing and receiving mental health care. (psychiatrictimes.com)
  • For tailoring to be successful, there must be a balance between fidelity for evidence-based treatment and culturally informed care. (psychiatrictimes.com)
  • A patient's regular and ongoing engagement with medical care at a health care facility. (aidsmap.com)
  • S ystemic disadvantages and inequality in access to health care for vulnerable communities have become amplified and made more urgent during the coronavirus pandemic. (nationalhealthcouncil.org)
  • While positive health and well-being in the communities served by these churches ultimately require significant government investments in public health and health care access points and resources, churches embedded in predominantly Black communities will continue to be important providers of basic health-related services in their communities. (brookings.edu)
  • As a result, public health officials will need to become more intentional and systematic in understanding the demographics served by these churches, the ways in which they deliver services, their capacity to serve as potential extension sites for health care access, and the ways in which they support, more generally, the social determinants of health in their communities. (brookings.edu)
  • At the Center for Health Care Strategies, we strive to reflect the core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our work and in our workplace. (chcs.org)
  • Research shows that health care providers spend less time with Black patients, ignore their symptoms, minimize their concerns , and undertreat their pain . (chcs.org)
  • The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has recognized that racial and ethnic biases contribute to disproportionate pregnancy-related deaths among women of color and has put forth recommendations to reduce racial and ethnic disparities in health and health care. (chcs.org)
  • The New York State Department of Health conducted listening sessions to learn about implicit biases Black mothers face in prenatal, delivery, and postnatal care. (chcs.org)
  • In addition to accreditation, certification, and verification, we provide tools and resources for health care professionals that can help make a difference in the delivery of care. (jointcommission.org)
  • Learn about the priorities that drive us and how we are helping propel health care forward. (jointcommission.org)
  • The intent of the Joint Commission requirement to collect the patient's preferred language is to record the language the patient would like to use when discussing health care. (jointcommission.org)
  • If an alternate or abbreviated term is used, for example 'pref lang' to accommodate character limitations in an EHR, that would also be acceptable as long as the organization's policies and staff were able to describe the information being collected as the patient's language for discussing health care. (jointcommission.org)
  • Although some organizations may choose to collect additional language data based on their services and/or patient population, the intent of the Joint Commission requirement is to determine the language the patient is comfortable using to communicate health care information, which may differ from the patient's native language. (jointcommission.org)
  • College students from minority communities and communities of color are less likely to receive the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine compared with individuals in the White community, with Black women significantly less likely than Black men to plan to receive the vaccination, according to results from a small study presented at the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care Virtual Conference. (medscape.com)
  • Health care providers should assess patient vaccination status at all medical visits and offer (or provide a referral for) all recommended vaccines. (cdc.gov)
  • Tailored programmatic efforts to provide influenza vaccination through nontraditional settings, along with national and community-level efforts to improve awareness of the importance of influenza vaccination in preventing illness, hospitalization, and death among racial and ethnic minority communities might help address health care access barriers and improve vaccine confidence, leading to decreases in disparities in influenza vaccination coverage and disease severity. (cdc.gov)
  • Website: www.eurasiahealth.org that mobilize communities to better address health care priorities, while improving productivity and quality of care. (cdc.gov)
  • Links to health care organizations are available. (cdc.gov)
  • Therefore, I consider culturally responsive evaluations are crucial when evaluating programs that target minorities such as the Latino community. (aea365.org)
  • These services should be provided by culturally and linguistically competent providers using appropriate support services. (nad.org)
  • Studies have found that Asian Americans are the least likely to seek mental health services than any other racial or ethnic group and that they are about three times less likely to seek mental health help than their White counterparts. (wikipedia.org)
  • Some examples of such barriers are the myth of model minority, lack of knowledge about mental health issues, lack of cultural competency among mental health workers, lack of multilingual services, insufficient health insurance and high cost of services, lack of data and research on the Asian American population, and others. (wikipedia.org)
  • When collaborating with interpreters, transliterators, or translators, a clinician remains responsible for planning the session, selecting culturally relevant materials, and appropriately administering the services. (asha.org)
  • 1963 Directory of outpatient psychiatric clinics, psychiatric day-night services and other mental health resources in the United States and territories. (upenn.edu)
  • The Board of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD), staff and Mental Health Committee presents its Position Statement on Mental Health Services for People who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing . (nad.org)
  • The purpose of this position statement is to acknowledge and emphasize the importance and need for direct communication, sensitivity to cultural affiliation, and sensitivity to the psychosocial impact of hearing loss in the delivery of mental health, mental retardation, and substance abuse services to people who are deaf, hard of hearing, late deafened, and deaf-blind in every state throughout the country. (nad.org)
  • The NAD recommends that individuals with hearing loss be referred to specially trained providers whenever and wherever possible and/or that appropriate support services, guided by consumer choice, be made available, such as sign language interpreters, captioned videotapes, telecommunication devices for the deaf, tele-mental health capability, and closed captioning. (nad.org)
  • Since the mid-1950s, the NAD and the professional community of skilled and experienced providers in various fields serving this population have addressed and advocated for quality mental health services 2 for people who are deaf and hard of hearing. (nad.org)
  • The NAD recognizes that, for the estimated 28 million individuals who have hearing loss in the United States, mental health services should be provided using cultural and linguistic affirmative approaches. (nad.org)
  • Public and private mental health services should be available in all states to serve this population and should be equal in quality and effectiveness to those provided to persons who are able to hear. (nad.org)
  • We advocate for the rights of all people to accurate information, comprehensive sexuality education, and the full spectrum of sexual and reproductive health services. (siecus.org)
  • NCQA helps state and federal governments identify high-performing organizations and improve health equity in the community through accountability programs, quality reporting systems and custom research and analytic services. (ncqa.org)
  • Throughout my work in evaluating reproductive health programs tailored to the Latino community, I learned that culture plays a pivotal role in accessing and supporting these services. (aea365.org)
  • In an initial attempt to center the public health role of churches located in predominantly Black communities, we focused on two important patterns: the example of the role of Black churches in combatting COVID-19 and whether anecdotal accounts of increases in the closures of churches in predominantly Black communities signal challenges ahead for the delivery of health services in these communities. (brookings.edu)
  • Talk sexual health services with other STD prevention professionals. (cdc.gov)
  • Researchers from Broward College and Florida International investigated whether non-HPV-vaccinated Black college students are aware that the vaccine can be administered at student health services centers on campus. (medscape.com)
  • The third project is a collaboration between MHUs and the University of Arizona to provide basic health services to Hispanic communities in Pima and Maricopa counties, Arizona. (cdc.gov)
  • Access to health services and to health promotion and prevention programmes for indigenous people are limited, inadequate and frequently culturally inappropriate. (who.int)
  • You can find information about committees and government agencies in the Organizations & Committees section of Health Literacy Basics. (cdc.gov)
  • Nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) working with migrants, including the Finnish Refugee Advice Centre, continued to raise concerns about the inability of religious minorities housed in migrant reception centers to worship without harassment from other migrants housed within the same center. (state.gov)
  • Consults with HHS Federal agencies and other public and private sector agencies and organizations to collaborate in addressing health equity. (cms.gov)
  • Throughout the 1990s, a variety of partnerships and community-based organizations, with the primary mission to promote agricultural safety and health, have been formed. (nasdonline.org)
  • and understanding of the communities, organizations, neighborhoods, networks, and individuals that are the target and context of health education programs' (1993). (nasdonline.org)
  • In general, throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been numerous examples of formal public health organizations partnering with Black churches. (brookings.edu)
  • The term 'primary' language has been used by several organizations, including the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Health Research and Educational Trust Disparities Toolkit. (jointcommission.org)
  • During the sixteenth session of the working group on indigenous people (Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities, United Nations Commission on Human Rights, July 1998), WHO organized a forum on indigenous peoples and health, moderated by the co-chairman of the Committee on Indigenous Health, aiming to reach a better understanding of the respective roles of the Committee, indigenous nongovernmental organizations and WHO during the Decade. (who.int)
  • Laurie Hinnant, PhD, is a community health psychologist and senior research public health analyst with more than 23 years of experience evaluating and working with federal, state, and local public health programs. (rti.org)
  • The public health nurses and outreach staff have been a tremendous resource. (cdc.gov)
  • What are the implications for public health practice? (cdc.gov)
  • Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is emerging as one of the most significant public health problems of this century. (cdc.gov)
  • AIDS presents public health agencies with unique and important challenges. (cdc.gov)
  • AIDS is a severe clinical disease and is getting worse as a public health problem. (cdc.gov)
  • For decades, churches have been central pillars of community health in predominantly Black communities, compensating for a highly inequitable public health infrastructure. (brookings.edu)
  • A. Susana Ramírez, Ph.D., M.P.H., is Associate Professor of Public Health Communication at the University of California, Merced. (cancer.gov)
  • In this conversation with the NCI Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities (CRCHD), Dr. Ramírez discusses how a Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) K01 grant from CRCHD supported her work, how communication influences public health, and how she got her start in cancer disparities research. (cancer.gov)
  • Under the auspices of that program, I studied public health at Harvard with leaders in social epidemiology and health disparities. (cancer.gov)
  • Since what should be done - telling the LGBT community the truth about homosexual sex - isn't likely to happen on a public health level, there really isn't much in the way of addressing the problem beyond just reporting the statistics and letting people put two and two together. (newstarget.com)
  • This document is provided by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) ONLY as an historical reference for the public health community. (cdc.gov)
  • To examine what is known about the potential effects of possible chronic stress on public health. (cdc.gov)
  • and whether neurobehavioral disorders caused by chronic low-dose exposure to neurotoxicants, which may manifest as psychological distress, are a public health phenomenon near hazardous waste sites. (cdc.gov)
  • National Prevention Information Network Connecting public health professionals with trusted information and each other. (cdc.gov)
  • Recognizing the high prevalence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-positive women and girls who are either at risk for or suffer from intimate partner violence (IPV) and the overlapping challenges posed by both public health issues, the White House established an Interagency Federal Working Group to address the intersection of both public health issues in 2012. (cdc.gov)
  • An innovative United States-Mexico community outreach initiative for Hispanic and Latino people in the United States: a collaborative public health network. (cdc.gov)
  • Smokeless tobacco consumption is A cross-sectional survey with system- met the eligibility criteria were con- a threat to public health. (who.int)
  • These may include in which social inequalities are identi- of essential public health research education and support programmes, fied. (who.int)
  • This toolkit includes a lesson plan, power point presentation, demonstration videos, role-play scenarios, a game, communication observation forms, and self-learning modules you can use when teaching frontline clinicians and hospital leaders how to apply health literacy practices. (cdc.gov)
  • Here at the USDA's Food and Nutrition Service, we're working with all our partners across the nation to continue, improve, and expand our ongoing efforts to support child nutrition and break down barriers to good health. (constantcontact.com)
  • Reported in the Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities , the study found that having a provider who knew and respected them as a person was a key theme. (aidsmap.com)
  • Evidence-based home visiting programs can help reduce racial and ethnic health disparities by providing mothers with screenings, case management, family support, and referrals that address a family's physical, mental, and health-related social needs. (chcs.org)
  • Few were culturally tailored and one included a comparison group, limiting the conclusions that can be drawn from cultural tailoring. (nih.gov)
  • People who are deaf or hard of hearing 1 are an underserved cultural and linguistic population within the nation's mental health system. (nad.org)
  • Session moderator Marik Moen, PhD, MPH, RN, Department of Family and Community Health, University of Maryland School of Nursing, College Park, told Medscape Medical News in an email that people in circumstances of discrimination, poverty, and other social determinants of health may often feel that certain messages aren't relevant for them because these messages aren't tailored to their cultural/social context. (medscape.com)
  • Poor socioeconomic conditions together with the loss of cultural cohesion have adversely impacted on the health of indigenous people. (who.int)
  • Cleveland has much to offer in the way of diversity, but despite the strengths of these differences, minorities still face a number of disadvantages and inequalities when it comes to health and healthcare. (clevelandhealth.org)
  • At Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, we recognize the importance of encouraging culturally diverse students to enter a patient-focused healthcare field. (scholarships.com)
  • Open to culturally diverse students who have been accepted to or enrolled in a post-high school program in a patient focused healthcare field. (scholarships.com)
  • In conclusion, there much emphasis to have a culturally diverse working population in certain occupations like healthcare in America. (exclusivepapers.com)
  • Since communication is a key objective in the prognosis of various ailments, the healthcare experience is reliant on today's health professionals to have an adept understanding of a multicultural environment. (ipl.org)
  • Taylor explained how social determinants of health-such as education, economic stability, access to healthcare, culture and where one lives-are the driving forces of health disparities. (theaggie.org)
  • Moreover, communities of color, and in the context here, young Black men and women, have so many legitimate reasons not to trust information and vaccines offered by the healthcare system due to past unethical treatment and experimentation," added Moen, whose research specialties include STIs and social determinants of health. (medscape.com)
  • She suggests minority communities may also perceive ongoing differential treatment based on healthcare providers' biases, further contributing to a healthcare system that is - or seems - not especially inclusive. (medscape.com)
  • In addition, Asian Americans, especially those with lower income and education, tend to seek treatment from general practitioners or religious advisors rather than mental health specialists. (wikipedia.org)
  • The National Health Education Standards (NHES) are written expectations for what students should know and be able to do by grades 2, 5, 8, and 12 to promote personal, family, and community health. (cdc.gov)
  • The standards provide a framework for curriculum development and selection, instruction, and student assessment in health education. (cdc.gov)
  • Although less-than half were culturally tailored, language-appropriate education appeared particularly successful. (nih.gov)
  • This data should be used in order to remedy disparities-such as efforts to provide more LGBTQ-inclusive and culturally appropriate sex education-and not in a manner that is shaming or stigmatizing LGBTQ youth or youth of color for their health behaviors. (siecus.org)
  • The Sexuality Information and Education Council of the U.S. (SIECUS) has served as the national voice for sex education, sexual health, and sexual rights for over 50 years. (siecus.org)
  • Culturally sensitive education: Adapting self-ori- ented assertiveness training to minorities. (scirp.org)
  • Partnership Descriptions: Our skin cancer prevention and early detection project partnered with local county health departments to provide education and screening for skin, breast and cervical cancers to Hispanic migrant farm workers and their families. (cdc.gov)
  • The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) initiated the AIDS Health Education/Risk Reduction (HE/RR) Program which was designed in part to carry out this component of the AIDS prevention strategy. (cdc.gov)
  • For health education efforts to be most effective, segments of the community most likely to be affected by AIDS should be involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating ongoing AIDS prevention efforts. (cdc.gov)
  • Lead author Kayla Mathis-Gamble, PhD, MSN, APRN-BC, of the Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Florida International University, Miami, said the findings were surprising considering the female population has been targeted for years with education on preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs). (medscape.com)
  • The second project was a collaboration between VDS and CDC to provide Hispanic people with information about Zika virus infection and health education. (cdc.gov)
  • It also indicates a disproportionately higher risk for CVD among sexual minority groups," added Professor Wayne Rosamond, chair of the AHA Epidemiology and Prevention panel that presented the findings at the meeting. (newstarget.com)
  • Control (WHO, 2003), and the World by states (which are not themselves lication also identifies effective actions Health Assembly resolution on cancer binding in the manner that treaties necessary for cancer prevention and prevention and control (WHO, 2017). (who.int)
  • laws prevention and control, and of reduc- ways in which law can be used in that are designed to protect the priva- ing inequalities, and is usually used the areas of cancer prevention and cy of personal health information but most effectively in coordination with control addressed in this book, and unreasonably constrain the conduct other measures. (who.int)
  • This set of resources for oral health providers offers an overview of what oral health literacy is and why it matters, as well as practical tools and roadmaps for improving the health literacy of dental practices. (cdc.gov)
  • Experience also indicates that programmes that ensure indigenous ownership and leadership and incorporate culturally specific approaches, including training, prove to be the most effective. (who.int)
  • The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Center on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NCMHD) announce the 2005 Loan Repayment Program for Health Disparities Research (HDR-LRP or Program). (nih.gov)
  • The HDR-LRP provides for the repayment of educational loan debt of up to $35,000 annually for qualified health professionals conducting minority health or other health disparities research for domestic non-profit or government entities. (nih.gov)
  • Through this notice, NIH and NCMHD invite qualified health professionals who contractually agree to engage in minority health or other health disparities research for at least two years, and who agree to engage in this area of research for at least 50 percent of their time, i.e., not less than 20 hours per week, to apply for participation in the Loan Repayment Program for Health Disparities Research. (nih.gov)
  • This highlights the need for the involvement of a cadre of culturally competent health professionals in minority health and other health disparities research. (nih.gov)
  • Creating spaces for communities and researchers to build authentic relationships and engage in ongoing conversations can promote culturally grounded and community‐driven research and programming. (hawaii.edu)
  • We also disseminate Spanish educational materials at Hispanic Community Health Fairs. (cdc.gov)
  • Despite recent progress in overall national health, disparities continue in the incidence of illness and death among African Americans, Latino/Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, Alaska Natives, and Pacific Islanders, as compared with the US population as a whole. (cdc.gov)
  • Persons from some racial and ethnic minority groups have historically experienced higher rates of severe influenza and had lower influenza vaccination coverage compared with non-Hispanic White (White) persons. (cdc.gov)
  • We describe 3 community outreach projects and their impact on improving the health of Hispanic people in the United States. (cdc.gov)
  • This page links to guidelines, laws, and standards for health literacy and plain language. (cdc.gov)
  • On this page, you will find health literacy and related trainings and materials from sources outside of CDC. (cdc.gov)
  • This training introduces the concept of health literacy and how it applies to the review and approval of clinical research. (cdc.gov)
  • This professional training program combines safe opioid use with pain management and health literacy. (cdc.gov)
  • Cancer Health Literacy Test-30-Spanish (CHLT-30-DKspa), a New Spanish-Language Version of the Cancer Health Literacy Test (CHLT-30) for Spanish-Speaking Latinos. (ucsf.edu)
  • Health literacy and trust matter. (nationalhealthcouncil.org)
  • It presents the importance of information-gathering about the literacy, family dynamics, and health beliefs of the many cultures in the U.S. (cdc.gov)
  • National Conference on "Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Partnerships to Improve Minority Women's Health", January 27-28, 1997, Washington, D.C. (cdc.gov)
  • Her research focuses on psycho-oncology, patient-clinician communication, cancer health disparities, and community-based models of research in ethnically and socioeconomically diverse groups. (ucsf.edu)
  • Asian American veterans are physically healthier than veterans of other racial groups, but they report poorer mental health status and are less likely to seek mental health help. (wikipedia.org)
  • As Campbell emphasized, mental illness is associated with unique concerns for minority groups. (nami.org)
  • In addition to domestic efforts to include racial and ethnic minority groups in genomic research, global efforts to build capacity for genomic research, such as The Human Heredity and Health in Africa initiative, are needed to build upon our understanding of global genetic diversity and health. (cdc.gov)
  • some racial and ethnic minority groups were disproportionately affected ( 6 ). (cdc.gov)
  • In 2010, more than one-third of the US population identified themselves as members of racial or ethnic minority groups. (psychiatrictimes.com)
  • Between 1999 and 2006, professionals from ethnic minority groups increased from 17.6% to 21.4% in psychiatry, from 8.2% to 12.9% in social work, and from 6.6% to 7.8% in psychology. (psychiatrictimes.com)
  • These groups are altruistic, creative, energetic, and provide critical perspectives for improving the safety and health of the agricultural workforce at the local, regional, and national levels. (nasdonline.org)
  • Smokeless tobacco products, which nic groups and their knowledge and ducted in South Asian communities has are not burnt but are utilized orally perceptions concerning to its health reported smokeless tobacco use in the or nasally, have been used in differ- implications is not known. (who.int)
  • Of the sample 41.4% (840/2030) had inadequate knowledge about the health problems associated with smokeless tobacco. (who.int)
  • Over 70% of Asian refugees receiving mental health help are due to PTSD. (wikipedia.org)
  • National Institute of Mental Health (U.S. (upenn.edu)
  • Ad Hoc Committee on Child Mental Health: Report to the Director, National Institute of Mental Health. (upenn.edu)
  • Administration in mental health. (upenn.edu)
  • Parenting styles and mental health of Arab gifted adolescents. (scirp.org)
  • In 2008, Congress declared July as National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month (NMMHAM) in honor of author and advocate, Bebe Moore Campbell. (nami.org)
  • Her close experience with a family member living with a severe mental health condition compelled Campbell to write multiple books on the topics of mental illness, treatment and recovery within a family setting. (nami.org)
  • NMMHAM is inspired by Campbell's efforts to include people of all communities and backgrounds in the national conversation on mental illness and increase awareness of mental health issues that, without distinction, affect us all. (nami.org)
  • Both the pandemic and Black Lives Matter movement has made it necessary for Black people to seek ways that not only feel effective but safe for them to address their growing mental health concerns. (mbemag.com)
  • There will be MHLD-specific breakout sessions on how to raise and litigate racial bias in mental health cases. (publiccounsel.net)
  • This article is the first in a series appearing in Psychiatric Times on Minority Mental Health. (psychiatrictimes.com)
  • The shortage of specialists in minority communities means that finding a mental health practitioner may be a challenge. (psychiatrictimes.com)
  • Psychiatrists are doctors who trained in general medicine before specialising in mental health. (aidsmap.com)
  • Additionally, many vendors are expanding their treatment modalities from just teletherapy with a mental health professional to things like virtual coaching. (forbes.com)
  • Risk factors for an increased likelihood of reporting mental health problems during follow up included initial severe/critical COVID-19, non-Dutch origin, psychological problems prior to COVID-19 and being infected during the first COVID-19 wave. (bvsalud.org)
  • The conceptual model of minority prejudice and stress is, useful for understanding the impacts of violence on the mental health of LGB people, is presented. (bvsalud.org)
  • Some empirical data on family support and mental health of LGB people are also reported. (bvsalud.org)
  • A team of researchers from the Baptist Health South Florida Clinic in Miami looked at seven different areas of controllable heart health to look for any differences that might exist between LGBT and non-LGBT people. (newstarget.com)
  • Intervention content, based on the transtheoretical model, offered participants individually and culturally tailored information on blood donation with emphasis on need specific to race (e.g., sickle-cell disease). (nih.gov)
  • Presently, she is working on two community-based randomized controlled trials, one testing a peer-delivered cognitive-behavioral stress management intervention for Latinas with breast cancer called Nuevo Amanecer, and another examining the effects of community choirs on the health and well-being of ethnically diverse older adults. (ucsf.edu)
  • Study protocol for a cluster randomized trial of the Community of Voices choir intervention to promote the health and well-being of diverse older adults. (ucsf.edu)
  • Further analysis and utilization of this data is crucial to advancing the sexual health and well-being of young people across the nation. (siecus.org)
  • Conclusion: Results reveal a significantly elevated burden of violence experienced by certain sexual minorities. (cdc.gov)
  • 4. Being culturally sensitive. (minoritynurse.com)
  • For programs to be culturally sensitive and responsive, innovations in evaluation design are required. (rti.org)
  • He explains that exclusionary factors may also be culturally or politically sensitive. (boloji.com)
  • Evaluation of cortisol and telomere length measurements in ethnically diverse women with breast cancer using culturally sensitive methods. (ucsf.edu)
  • Culturally responsive cognitive behavior therapy: practice and supervision. (wikipedia.org)
  • The goal of the website is to provide information, tools, and training to enhance the knowledge of health professionals in the countries of Central and Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. (cdc.gov)
  • Latinos and Cancer Information: Perspectives of Patients, Health Professionals and Telephone Cancer Information Specialists. (ucsf.edu)
  • ethnic minority patients are even less likely to get help. (psychiatrictimes.com)
  • Health equity for cancer patients and their caregivers is critical at all times and especially vital during the rollout of COVID-19 vaccination programs. (nationalhealthcouncil.org)
  • CONCLUSION: Our findings highlight that a minority of patients with COVID-19 face clinically relevant symptoms of depression, anxiety or PTSD up to 12 months after infection. (bvsalud.org)
  • NCQA aligns resources to create and promote a health equity strategy. (ncqa.org)
  • One of the more significant challenges in promoting agricultural safety and health is recognizing the diverse problems, resources, priorities, and values of the unique workforce involved in farming, forestry, and commercial fishing. (nasdonline.org)
  • EurasiaHealth Knowledge Network is an on-line clearinghouse, supported by AIHA, featuring a library of multilingual health resources, databases, and interactive forums. (cdc.gov)
  • We purchased four Spanish videos for the health departments for use in educating their migrant clients, and a breast model to assist instruction in self-breast examination. (cdc.gov)
  • EMPOWER stands for Encourage Minority Participation in Occupations with Emphasis on Rehabilitation. (scholarships.com)
  • African-american.it has become very evident that with this culturally rich U.S country many occupations aren't embracing minorities to work for them. (exclusivepapers.com)
  • With the availability of vacancies from different occupations, focus need to be shifted also to the minority as most of them are educated and capable of delivering when given the opportunity. (exclusivepapers.com)