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Racial and ethnic minorities have unequal access to health care and are more likely to experience health disparities. Collecting accurate and meaningful race, ethnicity, and language (REaL) information is an ongoing challenge in health care—one that is key to improving access to care. This is a particularly hot topic as Healthcare IT News’ parent company …

Denver Health integrates meaningful race, ethnicity and language data into its Epic EHR Read More »

How to clean pillows without ruining them Not all pillows are created equal. Here’s how to clean different types of pillows. ProblemSolved, USA TODAY A lumpy yellow pillow with mysterious spots has become a staple in too many homes, according to heated online conversations trying to make sense of the strange craze. “If you don’t …

Yellow pillows can affect your respiratory health, skin and sleep Read More »

Community Hospital South will host a fall health and wellness fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday to provide information about health services, job opportunities, offer free flu shots and more. PHOTO SUBMITTED This weekend, local residents can enjoy a wealth of health information during a new fall-themed event. Community Hospital South will host …

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Are eggs good for you? Scientists have been studying this controversial question for years. Some have found that egg consumption raises LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol and inflammatory markers linked to heart disease and diabetes, while others emphasize the benefits of egg consumption thanks to their nutrient density. Catherine J. Andersen, associate professor of nutritional sciences …

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One month after world leaders pledged to double down on universal health coverage (UHC) action at the UN General Assembly, 70 countries have come together to increase investment in primary health care by 2030. The International Conference on Primary Health Care Policy and Practice: Implementation for Better Outcomes marked the 45th anniversary of the Alma-Ata …

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One in four women experience mental symptoms while ‘off the pill’. Source: Africa Studio/Shutterstock In recent years, our understanding of the complex relationship between hormones and mental health has deepened significantly. From the rollercoaster of emotions during menstruation to the emotional challenges we face during pregnancy and menopause, it’s clear that hormonal fluctuations play a …

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WakeMed to provide inpatient mental health services [Joint news release with Alliance Health and WakeMed] Wake County and Alliance Health are pleased to announce a new partnership with WakeMed to help restore operations of the 28-bed inpatient psychiatric unit at WakeBrook Behavioral Health Facility in Raleigh. Once WakeBrook reopens, WakeMed will share the campus with …

Wake County, Alliance Health announces new provider to provide inpatient services at WakeBrook Behavioral Health Facility Read More »