How can we best support initiatives that foster minority health?

Cruz on minority health

Submitted by Ali on Mon, 04/06/2015 - 09:13

As the ancient Roman poet Virgil wisely observed, “The greatest wealth is health.” However, health is an issue that usually is approached reactively—not proactively— by Hispanic older adults because they simply face too many competing basic needs. This presents a challenge when it comes to health promotion among Latino seniors. Telling them to “eat healthy” or “do more exercise” is meaningless when food insecurity, hunger, chronic disease and transportation are top of mind.

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Ko Chin on Minority Health

Submitted by Ali on Tue, 04/07/2015 - 08:30

When we think about improving minority health, we rarely think of clinical trials and research. But we should. To move closer to health equity, we must increase the participation of diverse communities in clinical trials.
Clinical trials are essential in determining whether a...

Source: PHRMA - March 30, 2015 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Ali Source Type: news