February 2023

Minority health. Black man gets blood pressure taken by healthcare provider

Racial Disparities in Cardiovascular Risk Factors: Understanding the Challenges and Opportunities for Improving Health Equity

Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States, affecting millions of people every year. However, recent studies have shown that certain racial and ethnic groups are at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular and cardiometabolic disease than others, highlighting significant health disparities in our Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, ago
Social Determinants of Health (SDoH)

How Social Determinants of Health Affect Chronic Disease Management

Chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, are a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. The management of chronic diseases requires ongoing care and self-management, which can be challenging for patients with social determinants of health, such as poverty, low education, and limited access to healthcare resources. Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, ago
Social Isolation

Study finds association between socioeconomic deprivation and PAD, CLI in diabetic populations

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) and chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) are serious complications of diabetes that can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. A recent study published in Vascular Medicine examines the association between these conditions and socioeconomic deprivation in people with diabetes. The study involved a population data-linkage and Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, ago

Addressing Racial Disparities in Cardiovascular and Cardiometabolic Disease Risk Factors

Cardiovascular and cardiometabolic diseases are leading causes of death in the United States, affecting people of all races and ethnicities. However, minority populations, including African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans, are at higher risk of developing these conditions compared to non-Hispanic whites. Racial disparities in cardiovascular and cardiometabolic disease risk Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, ago