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Racism in mental healthcare: An invisible barrier
Studies have shown that systemic racism often means that people of color and those belonging to other marginalized ethnic groups do not receive the mental health support…
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Every article tagged “Equity”, newest first. Part of the Policy & payers section.
25 articles · Nov 1, 2025 – Dec 25, 2025
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Postpartum depression in women of color: ‘More work needs to be done’
Women of color are at a higher risk of experiencing postpartum depression than white women and less likely to receive the care they need. In this Special Feature, health…
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‘Structural racism’ reflected in regional cardiovascular death rates
A recent study investigates regional disparities in cardiovascular disease outcomes. sudok1/Getty Images Deaths due to cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the United States…
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Workplace wellness programs may not improve employees’ health
A new study has found that a workplace wellness program had limited benefits for employees’ health. Initiatives for wellness in the office — including, but not limited…
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What are the effects of solitary confinement on health?
Solitary confinement involves physical isolation. This means a person has minimal interaction with other people. It can cause severe psychological distress and other…
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What is good health?
The word health refers to a state of complete emotional, mental, and physical well-being. People may be able to maintain or improve their health by eating a balanced…
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In pregnancy, the brain changes in remarkable ways, a new study shows
New research shows exactly what happens to the brain during pregnancy. The question is: What does this mean for the pregnant person? Image credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy.…
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What mental health resources are available?
Accessing mental health resources is a crucial step in the recovery from mental or psychological distress. Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the United States live with a…
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Do gut bacteria contribute to ethnic health disparities?
The bacteria living in our guts play a major role in health, and some studies have found an association between ethnicity and the makeup of these microbial communities.…
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How COVID-19 affects women's sexual and reproductive health
In a previous Special Feature, we covered the role of biological sex differences in the spread of the new coronavirus. Here, we look at how the pandemic is affecting…
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What to know about toxic masculinity
Toxic masculinity is a term often used to describe the negative aspects of exaggerated masculine traits. The term has evolved over time and has a place both in academia…
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LGBTQ youth mental health: Trevor Project survey highlights disparities
The Trevor Project — the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for young LGBTQ people — has published the results of its third annual…
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What are the effects of racism on health and mental health?
Racism may be responsible for increasing physical and mental health disparities among Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC). Racism can affect a person’s health…
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What to know about depression in Black communities
Depression is about as prevalent in Black communities as in white ones, but there are significant differences. Black people face different social pressures that may…
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What are food deserts, and how do they impact health?
Food deserts are regions where people have limited access to healthful and affordable food. This may be due to having a low income or having to travel farther to find…
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Through my eyes: Living as a woman of transgender experience
Design by Medical News Today; photography courtesy of Corey Rae. In the hopes of humanizing our community to the general public, I’ve made it my career to help bridge…
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Childhood adversity linked to heart disease in middle age
Growing up in a challenging family environment is associated with higher rates of cardiovascular disease and mortality in middle age, according to a large prospective…
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‘We all bleed the same color’: Why do Black women in the UK experience disparities in gynecological care?
In this article, we learn about the gynecological healthcare experiences of Black women in the United Kingdom. We also speak with Dr. Christine Ekechi, who is a co-chair…
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Mental health for transgender men: What to know
Transgender men face a number of unique mental health concerns. Working past personal and societal stigmas may help them access care and find the help they need. Some…
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The 'model minority' myth: Its impact on well-being and mental health
The “model minority” myth implies that certain ethnic minorities are better than others: better at adjusting to a different culture, more hardworking, more academically…
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Undocumented Latinx migrants 'have endured so much trauma'
Undocumented migrants in the United States — a majority of whom are Latinx — face high rates of mental health problems but receive little or no formal support. In an…
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LGBTQIA+ affirmation and safety: 'Belonging, like air, is a fundamental human need'
Being able to safely affirm one’s gender identity and sexual orientation is crucial to mental and physical well-being. Yet many LGBTQIA+ people face enormous challenges…
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Why mental healthcare is not a safe space for undocumented migrants
People living in the United States with undocumented status often face higher rates of mental health problems but are unable to access appropriate formal care. We have…
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Misdiagnosis, mistreatment, and living with endometriosis as a Black woman
Design by Medical News Today; photograph courtesy Nadine Dirks On average, endometriosis — a painful inflammatory disease most commonly of the ovaries, fallopian tubes,…
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What to know about racial trauma
Racial trauma is the ongoing result of racism, racist bias, and exposure to racist abuse in the media. Racial trauma can affect many aspects of a person’s life,…
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