Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy Archives - Page 10 of 10

How Gentrification and Immigration Impact Locals’ Health Perceptions

October 11, 2018

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Working in a Madrid neighborhood, a researcher set about describing qualitatively how longterm residents viewed the changes taking place thanks to an influx of younger people and immigrants. Read more ›

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Racism and Sexism Raise the Risk of Teen Dating Violence

October 10, 2018

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According to a new study, Black and Latino teenagers who experienced racism and sexism had a higher risk of being victims of teen dating violence. Read more ›

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Study Finds Abortion Providers Carefully Follow Medical Guidelines

October 5, 2018

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Two new studies published in the journal Contraception have found that the vast majority of abortion providers carefully follow evidence-based guidelines when performing first- and second-trimester abortions. “ Read more ›

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Defining Ovarian Cancer Subtypes for Better Treatment

October 1, 2018

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Clarifying the distinctions between molecular subtypes of cancer could pave the way for more accurate prognoses as well as therapies tailored to each subtype. Read more ›

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Could Self-Tests Curb HIV in Kenyan Truckers?

September 25, 2018

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A study found that when drivers were given the option of HIV self-testing, they took advantage of it. Read more ›

Poor Oral Health Among Immigrants Linked to Lack of Insurance

August 6, 2018

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A new study suggests that higher rates of dental health issues among noncitizen immigrants can be attributed to a lack of health insurance rather than other factors. Read more ›