As the sun sets over the seemingly endless expanse of the reservation, the picturesque vista hides a bitter truth. A silent epidemic is brewing in the heartland of America’s indigenous communities – a juxtaposition of …
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There are over 5.2 million American Indians and Alaska Natives in the United States. These indigenous communities make up roughly 2% of the total population, with 14 different states holding more than 100,000 residents with this background. …
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Communities need strength and proper resources to meet the needs of children, youth, and families by focusing on the capabilities of a community that includes its citizens, agencies, and organizations. Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNA) …
Racial and ethnic minorities have experienced health inequities for decades in the United States. Research demonstrates that minorities are more likely to come down with illnesses, and die across a variety of health conditions. When …
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Linda Marraccini, a primary care doctor, specializing in family medicine, sent a letter to her patients this month informing them that they could not be treated in person if they were not vaccinated by Sept. 15, …
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The 1980s were full of crazy hair, outrageous parties, influential music, and life events that have shaped the culture and understanding of all Americans and the world beyond our borders. Yet, under all the hairspray …
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Since the beginning of the global COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a divide in our country over the proper management and response to this new medical challenge. The left has criticized anyone who decries …
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