Healthcare — Writing

Black children and adolescents are more likely to die by firearm than any other racial group. Here’s what policymakers can do to change that.

A new report exposes just how badly the U.S. health care system is failing. We broke down four of the nine key performance indicators.

How do Black women feel about the upcoming election and what’s at stake for their health care access? The data paints a clear picture.

HealthAnissa DurhamSeptember 18, 2024Health, Healthcare

Crowdfunding platforms are often used to alleviate medical expenses. But for Black folks, using them can be a double-edged sword.

Reproductive care, mental health care, and preventing opioid use are some of the top concerns young people have. Here are their perspectives.

Here’s Where to go for Better Health Care

This guide breaks down the latest apps, organizations, and platforms to help Black women get culturally competent care.

Equity advocates are tackling health care disparities and outcomes in Black neighborhoods, but some wonder if it is enough?

Why Black Women Need Black Doctors

Black women say their health care concerns are dismissed. And data shows 45% of younger women feel their pain isn’t taken seriously.

Poverty, lack of access to affordable health care, and poor treatment are among the reasons Black people have worsening health outcomes.

A new report shows adults living with a disability face delays in access to care. Advocates say it doesn’t have to be this way.

Pharmaceutical greed is driving the health care system. It leaves Black folks with diabetes at risk of worsening health outcomes and death.

The cost of managing diabetes continues to soar — insured or not, navigating care is unreasonable and expensive.