CDC: Prevalence of Hypertension Higher in Rural Versus Urban Areas
The prevalence of hypertension varies across states and is higher in rural versus urban areas.
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Short Term Exposure to Air Pollution Increases Hospital Admissions for Depression
The researchers suggested that the increased inflammatory response and oxidative stress that accompanies air pollution exposure may affect the central nervous system with both short and long term exposure to these pollutants.
Health Insurance Coverage Disruption Impedes Cancer Care
Disruptions in health insurance coverage are common and are associated with poorer cancer care and survival.
Rental Assistance May Reduce Emergency Department Use in Children With Asthma
Children with asthma who live in housing that relies on the US Department of Housing and Urban Development’s rental assistance programs are less likely to be admitted to the emergency department for treatment.
SARS-CoV-2 Can Spread Rapidly in Homeless Shelters
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 can spread rapidly in homeless shelters.
Health Force’ to Combat Pandemic Proposed by US Senators
A bill to create a “Health Force” to help combat the U.S. COVID-19 outbreak has been announced by two Democratic senators.
Reduced Power Plant Emissions Tied to Better Asthma Measures
Retirement of coal-fired power plants or installation of stricter emissions controls is associated with better asthma-related outcomes.
Air Pollution May Hasten Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Exposure to air pollution may have adverse effects on cognitive aging and brain health in older adults.
Healthcare Spending Between 1996 and 2016 Has Increased, Shown Greater Utilization of Public Insurance
A 20-year-long financial analysis identified low back and neck pain, musculoskeletal conditions, and diabetes as the costliest disorders in terms of US healthcare spending.
Unemployed Workers Less Likely to Be Uninsured Post-ACA
Following implementation of the ACA, unemployed workers were less likely to be uninsured, and uninsurance rates decreased more in states with Medicaid expansion.
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