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Health Disparities in America: JAMA Talks Structural Racism in U.S. Health Care

Health Populi

.” To solve the challenge of structural racism in American health care, the authors say, “there needs to be much more intensified and multifaceted approaches that by necessity will require a much larger and committed investment in research, training, clinic practice, and community engagement.”

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Chronic Care Management and Prevention: How Will the 2015 USPSTF Blood Pressure Screening Guidelines Impact Care Delivery?

Health Dialog

Keeping on top of clinical practice for cardiovascular disease continues to be a challenging prospect for many healthcare providers. In October 2015, the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released updated screening recommendations for high blood pressure in adults. Population Health Management.