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health1 year ago•4 min saved

"The Epidural Disparity: Understanding Why Black Women Receive Less Pain Relief During Labor"

A study found that Black women are about 10% less likely to receive epidurals during labor compared to white women, with both facing poorer obstetric pain management due to structural racism. Factors such as access to trained anesthesia providers, racial dynamics, cultural and religious beliefs, lack of information, and misinformation contribute to the drop in epidural use. Experts recommend patients to be informed about pain management options, discuss preferences with healthcare providers, and have support during labor, while advocating for their rights to informed consent and decision-making.

via Yahoo Life|

#epidurals #health #inequities

social-justice2 years ago•6 min saved

"60th March on Washington: Honoring MLK's Legacy and Addressing Current Concerns"

The 60th anniversary of the March on Washington took place on Saturday, with marchers and speakers addressing current concerns such as racism, inequities, and the erasure of Black history from education. While the event was smaller than the historic 1963 gathering, participants vowed to continue fighting for justice and fulfilling Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream. The speakers emphasized the need to end segregation, strengthen voting rights, improve public education, ensure fair wages, and protect civil rights. Al Sharpton, Martin Luther King III, and others led supporters on a march from the Lincoln Memorial to the King Memorial, highlighting the ongoing struggle for equality and the importance of collective action.

via NBC News|

#black-history #civil-rights #inequities

health2 years ago•14 min saved

The Silent Killer: How Noise Impacts Your Health and Life.

Chronic noise exposure, even at moderate levels, can increase the risk of hypertension, stroke, and heart attacks. The World Health Organization recommends average road traffic noise above 53 dB or average aircraft noise exposure above about 45 dB to be associated with adverse health effects. Poor people and communities of color are more likely to experience excessive noise exposure due to fewer housing choices and living near high-traffic roads, waste dumps, and industrial areas. European countries have far outpaced the rest of the world in regulating noise, while the US has defunded policies and regulatory criteria.

via The New York Times|

#cardiovascular-disease #environmental-protection #health

disaster-response2 years ago•8 min saved

Failures in Buffalo's Blizzard Response Highlighted in NYU Study

A report by researchers at New York University found multiple failures in Buffalo's response to a blizzard that killed 31 residents in December 2022. Emergency warnings did not adequately convey the life-threatening nature of the storm, and coordination between city, county, and state officials became strained. The report also highlighted economic disparities that made the storm more challenging for low-income residents. The researchers recommended building better communication systems, improving facilities, and fully staffing a Traffic Management Center. The report did not dig deep enough into the causes of the failures, according to some community leaders and experts.

via The New York Times|

#blizzard #buffalo #disaster-response