Racism and other forms of discrimination affect multiple parts of society. This is because it exists everywhere. Discrimination exists in education, housing, and the justice system. The presence of discrimination in these areas has very negative effects on our lives. However, discrimination in health care has potentially deadly effects. Effects of Racial Disparities in Healthcare […]
Tackling Unhealthy Food and Drug Use When it comes to thinking critically about what needs to be done to better the black community, we must first begin to address our coping mechanisms, our vices, the things that we use to make us feel better now…that only make us sick later. We must also reflect on
It has been widely noted that the ongoing scourge of American health inequity was especially highlighted by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Infections, hospitalizations, and deaths in racial minority communities proliferate at rates completely incomparable to those in white communities. Not only are racial minorities—primarily Black and Latino Americans—more likely to get the virus,
It is well-known that race and class overlap. However, few are aware that the disadvantages of a darker skin tone extend to the realm of health care. Children of color face a disparity both in terms of access to health care and timely diagnoses. To no fault of their own, those with a darker shade
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An Overview of How They’re Serving Younger People of Color According to one recent study, during the first year of the still-ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, worldwide rates of anxiety and depression increased by an enormous 25%. This was especially evident in major metropolitan areas like Washington, DC. Here, it was estimated that roughly 19.32% of the population have some
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Taking an adequate amount of time to think about bringing a child into the world is imperative. As black women, it is important to consider timing. Which may be based on your current financial stability and the financial stability of the government. It may also be important to consider your current mental state, and whether
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Health is obviously very important. It has a major effect on our lives and the decisions that we make. However, while people normally do not hesitate to prioritize physical health, mental health is often ignored and disregarded. Mental health should be monitored and given the same attention as physical health. What Is Mental Health and
As a DMV college student, finding ways to unwind in between studying, working, and stressing is essential. If you are a DMV native, sometimes the common experiences offered in D.C. can become a little bland. The endless array of art shows, pop-ups, and museums – particularly the ones that don’t change exhibits as often – can
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Skateboarding in DC If you are looking for a new hobby or skill to work on, you should consider skateboarding. Some people might be hesitant to start because they think the community isn’t that big. Some people are hesitant because they don’t think that there are any good places to skate in DC. Contrary to
High Expectations and Helpful Resources It is about the third month into the fall semester. For some, this is their first college semester. As a freshman, not only are you moving into one of the first stages of your adulthood, but you are also beginning to face some of the first big obstacles that life
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