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October 9th is Ageism Awareness Day. As we work to improve the inclusiveness of our organizations, ageism is often overlooked. The World Health Organization's 2021 Global Report on Ageism indicates that age-based discrimination takes significant tolls on mental and physical health, as well as costing society billions of dollars. Learn more about ageism at American Society on Aging. https://lnkd.in/d3jHXMXS #TalkAboutAgeism #AgeismAwarenessDay 

This study determined sociodemographic, behavioral, and clinical factors related to the post-treatment #qualityoflife of women with #breastcancer.   The full article is available at https://lnkd.in/diBcsn-b #visualabstract #journaleinstein #publishedineinstein #breastneoplasms #lifestyle #activitiesofdailyliving #surveysandquestionnaires

Achieving health equity is a critical goal for behavioral health services. Equal access to high quality and affordable behavioral health services and support is the right of all individuals, regardless of race, age, ethnicity, gender identity, disability, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, sex characteristics, or geographical location. Learn more about the major milestones that have advanced health equity for African Americans and other marginalized groups at: https://lnkd.in/gCxJPDgi #healthequity #BlackHistoryMonth #equity

New Report Sheds Light on #Kidney Health Disparities Our new Disparities Report offers critical insights into patterns in #kidneyfailure across different demographic groups in England and Wales, focusing on Sex, Ethnicity, Socioeconomic status, and Age. The data, spanning 2014-2020, reveals significant disparities: higher kidney failure rates in minority ethnic groups and men, and increased risks in deprived areas. Key findings include the high prevalence of diabetes-related kidney failure in Asian and Black communities and the varying treatment rates across ages. While highlighting disparities in care and outcomes, the report doesn't assess overall system fairness. For detailed insights, download the sub-reports now: 📚 https://bit.ly/3vS5KV6

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a groundbreaking report last year highlighting loneliness as a major public health problem - negatively affecting physical and mental health including with a 60% increase in premature death - and calling for action steps to tackle it. See below. Now there is additional information about populations with elevated levels of loneliness. Thanks to a new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's BRFSS survey and MMWR article we now know that transgender and bisexual populations are more likely to be lonely (about twice as likely) and therefore at risk for several other health issues. This calls for concerted action. ICF is proud to help conduct the BRFSS survey and to work to promote equity. Surgeon General's report on loneliness: https://lnkd.in/eZqhkuWm Elevated rates of loneliness among transgender and bisexual populations: https://lnkd.in/efzQhQmw

Considering sex and age disaggregated data is crucial to advancing health and socioeconomic equities and should be the standard of practice in health research. By assessing the intersection of sex and age in clinical research studies, we increase opportunities for developing better, more appropriate, person-centred care. This is important when describing health, health care access, treatment and treatment outcomes, as well as the impact of health policies at different ages. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eFu9E-zW #Research #DisaggregatedData #OlderAdults #Healthcare #WomensAgeLab

Addressing Health Disparities: The Institute for Health Equity Research's Mission Learn about the Mount Sinai Institute for Health Equity Research (IHER) with cofounder Dr. Lynne Richardson, established to tackle health disparities among black and brown communities, various gender identities, sexual orientations, individuals with disabilities, and those facing socioeconomic disadvantage. Discover how a diverse group of researchers leverage scientific disciplines to drive evidence-based solutions, change practices, and shape policies for a healthier future. #HealthEquityResearch #AddressingDisparities #HealthJustice #InclusiveHealthcare #DiversityInScience #EvidenceBasedSolutions #PoliciesforHealth #HealthierCommunities #MountSinaiResearch #HealthEquity

A new IHME study in The Lancet showcases notable disparities in well-being among US individuals, based on lifespan, education, and income, from 2008 to 2021. This analysis uses the Human Development Index (HDI) to detail how well-being differs at the personal level, focusing on race, ethnicity, and sex. Despite an overall rise in average HDI across all groups until 2019, a 2020 downturn—mainly due to shorter lifespans—spotlighted enduring disparities, with the lowest well-being in American Indian and Alaska Native males, Black males, and Latino males, contrasting with the highest seen in Asian Americans and White females. http://ms.spr.ly/6046WvGUn