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Pathways and pitfalls: a qualitative study of student experiences in biomedical science education

FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.
Biomedical science students from underrepresented backgrounds face barriers including financial strain, disrupted laboratory access and cultural exclusion. Peer networks provide vital support when institutional systems are difficult to navigate. To create inclusive learning environments and achieve academic success, educators should blend active, hands‐
Olivia J. Russell, Cassy Ross, Panagiota S. Filippou, Bruno Silvester Lopes, Dominic Gilchrist, Paul Dean, Kamar Ameen‐Ali, Tora K. Smulders‐Srinivasan, Ahmad A. Khundakar   +8 more
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Five‐Year Outcomes of Laparoscopic Sphincter‐Preserving Surgery for Rectal Cancer: A Prospective Study in Elderly Vietnamese Patients

Aging and Cancer, EarlyView.
This prospective study demonstrates that laparoscopic sphincter‐preserving surgery is feasible for elderly patients. While overall survival reaches 70% at 5 years, advanced T‐stage and the omission of neoadjuvant therapy significantly drive recurrence, highlighting the need for personalized geriatric protocols despite logistical challenges.
Huu Duc Ho, Quang Le, Ngoc Thach Tran, Van Viet Ung, Loc Vu   +4 more
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Evaluating the impact of the 2nd Annual West Texas Health Disparities Symposium: a comprehensive survey analysis

BMC Medical Education
Introduction Health disparities in West Texas disproportionately affect rural and underserved communities, contributing to limited healthcare access and adverse health outcomes. The 2nd Annual West Texas Health Disparities Symposium brought together over
Anya Pazhoor, Abdulkader Almosa, Julia Guido, Jad Zeitouni, Reagan A. Collins, Erin Toro, Amadeus Ramirez, Sergio Saucedo, Alyson Willis, Junia Lee, Ebtesam Attaya Islam, John A. Griswold, Jessica Chacon   +12 more
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Artificial Intelligence and Mental Well‐Being in Adult Education: Implications for Practice and Professional Responsibility

New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Mental well‐being is central to adult learner success, yet many adult education institutions lack capacity to provide timely and accessible support. This article examines how artificial intelligence (AI) can strengthen mental health–adjacent supports in adult and continuing higher education, with attention to professional practice and ...
Adam L. McClain, Thomas Wade
wiley   +1 more source

Stigmatization and Disparities in Healthcare Among LGBTQ Population in Africa: Advancing Health Equity

Public Health Challenges
With a population of over 1.5 billion people in 2024, Africa is home to a diverse group of individuals, including the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) community.
Ejovwokeoghene Joseph Omohwovo, Don Eliseo Lucero‐Prisno III   +1 more
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Towards health justice: Implementing structural competency in women’s healthcare education

International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences
Introduction: The World Health Organization advocates for preparing medical students to address health disparities experienced by minority groups. The persistent disparities in women’s health outcomes, particularly among racial and ethnic minorities ...
Daina Charnelle Fougang, Charles Mpofu, Dianne Wepa   +2 more
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Trends in racial/ethnic disparities in medical and oral health, access to care, and use of services in US children: has anything changed over the years?

International Journal for Equity in Health, 2013
Introduction The 2010 Census revealed the population of Latino and Asian children grew by 5.5 million, while the population of white children declined by 4.3 million from 2000-2010, and minority children will outnumber white children by 2020.
Flores Glenn, Lin Hua
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Structure–Function Decoupling of the Sensorimotor and Default Mode Networks in Black Americans With MS

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background and Objectives Multiple sclerosis (MS) exhibits racially disparate rates of disease progression. Black people with MS (B‐PwMS) experience a more severe disease course than non‐Hispanic White people with MS (NHW‐PwMS). Here we investigated structural and functional connectivity as well as structure–function decoupling in the ...
Emilio Cipriano, Giacomo Boffa, Maria Petracca, Marta Ponzano, Nicole Graziano, Claire Wigley, Claire Riley, Jonathan Howard, Pietro Bontempi, Sylvia Klineova, Fred Lublin, Matilde Inglese   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

A student's lesson in healthcare disparities

Patient Experience Journal, 2020
This narrative was born out of a desire to examine the effects of healthcare disparities among minority populations. As a medical student, I had the opportunity to spend a 4-week rotation working with physicians specializing in palliative care during ...
Daniel Macaulay, Christine Khandelwal, Leah Rosen   +2 more
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Vestibular Patient Journey: Insights From Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA) Registry

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective Vestibular symptoms impose a high burden of disability. Understanding real‐world diagnostic and treatment pathways can identify care gaps and guide interventions. We aimed to characterize symptom profiles, diagnostic trends, provider involvement, and treatment patterns in vestibular disorders.
Ali Rafati, Sami I. Nassar, Shaun A. Nguyen, Patricia L. Gerend, Michael C. Schubert, Michael T. Teixido, Frederick A. Godley, Joel A. Goebel, Cynthia A. Ryan, Habib G. Rizk, Amir Kheradmand   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source