National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD)

Products of NIMHD’s visioning process to transform minority health and health disparities research include thirty research strategies for measuring health disparities. Access infographics and learn more about each strategy that guides the science visioning: https://bit.ly/49hx66R

NIH is currently leading the development of a Disability Research Strategic Plan. The plan will identify scientific themes and develop goals and objectives to advance research activities that promote the health and well-being of people with disabilities. As part this process, NIH is engaging with diverse communities to get their input regarding the health and research concerns and unique needs and preferences of people with disabilities. Listen in to the first in a series of discussions on October 30 at 3:30 p.m. ET and register for others at: https://go.nih.gov/ZFhYqG7   #DisabilityResearch #research #science #NIH   

There is still time to share your lived experiences and insights for the NIH Minority Health and Health Disparities Strategic Plan, 2026-2030! Learn about the plan and submit the RFI feedback form by December 31 to have your input heard: https://bit.ly/4gjaFQX

A new study co-authored by NIMHD Director Dr. Eliseo J. Pérez-Stable and led by researchers in his lab reveals insights into how tobacco biomarkers (substances related to tobacco exposure in blood and urine) vary widely among populations by race, ethnicity, and Latino heritage. For example, smokers of Puerto Rican heritage had higher levels of these markers than Mexican or Central American populations. Smoking cessation programs need to be tailored to address these differences. Read more: https://bit.ly/49MK252 National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute #NIMHDResearch #HealthDisparities

New year means new funding opportunities! Be sure to subscribe to NIMHD’s Weekly Funding Opportunities Digest to stay in-the-know about available funding that can support you in your journey as a minority health and health disparities researcher. Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3scwfmz

NIMHD's new research spotlight on peer coaching interventions for Black adults experiencing hypertension was featured in NIH CEAL's recent newsletter! Check out the Research Spotlight and other updates ⬇️

What are the health disparity populations covered in #HDPulse? Visit HDPulse to access minority health and #HealthDisparities data and interventions about your population of interest: https://bit.ly/3XmLd6A

This week marks the four-year anniversary of the first COVID-19 vaccine given. Using the power of community engagement, CEAL regional teams saw a higher rate of COVID-19 vaccination in their communities than in non-CEAL communities. CEAL teams' work during the pandemic highlights how collaboration, trust-building, and culturally tailored outreach can address health disparities. Researchers, community leaders, and community health workers can use CEAL's lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic to inform their efforts in partnering with communities to improve health. Explore the CEAL impact dashboard to find out how different CEAL teams use community engagement and outreach in their communities: https://nihceal.org/impact #COVID19 #NIHCEAL #HealthDisparities

Community health workers and promotores (CHW/Ps) face challenges in addressing mental health needs within their communities, especially when resources and support are limited. The California CEAL Regional Team, led by UCLA, reached over 600 CHW/Ps with their mental health workshop series, supporting CHW/Ps and fostering academic-community partnerships. Read the full spotlight story to learn how their community advisory board is ensuring CHW/Ps are well-equipped to address mental health challenges and how their unique approach supports academic-community partnerships: https://bit.ly/3DofBpk

Have you submitted feedback to inform the NIH Minority Health and Health Disparities Strategic Plan, 2026-2030, yet? NIMHD invites individuals to share perspectives and ideas for addressing minority health and health disparities. Help this work and submit by December 31: https://bit.ly/4gjaFQX