Rebecca Cowan+FollowJordan’s Health System Needs a MakeoverDid you know nearly 1 in 4 dinars spent on health in Jordan comes straight from people’s pockets? That’s a huge strain on families, especially the most vulnerable. Nisreen Qatamish from the King Hussein Cancer Foundation says it’s time to ditch the old, patchwork funding and move to a social health insurance model that actually protects everyone—before a crisis hits. Cancer care is leading the way with a new insurance program, but the whole system needs this kind of upgrade! #HealthcareReform #Jordan #HealthEquity #SocialInsurance #CancerCare #Health00Share
Melinda Gutierrez+FollowWhy Men Ignore Deadly Health RisksDid you know men are way more likely to die from high blood pressure, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS than women—just because they skip out on medical care? A new study found that even though men and women get these conditions at similar rates, guys are less likely to seek help and get proper treatment. Plus, men and women have different risk factors (think: more smoking for men, higher obesity for women). Time to rethink how we approach health care for everyone! #HealthFacts #GenderGap #PreventiveCare #MenVsWomen #HealthEquity #Health50Share
Benjamin Jackson+FollowCancer & Pregnancy: Minority Women at Higher RiskDid you know minority women with cancer face even tougher pregnancy risks? A new study found that Black, Hispanic, and other minority women with cancer are more likely to have complications like preterm birth, gestational diabetes, and even higher maternal mortality. The risks are especially high with breast and thyroid cancer—up to 30% higher! This just shows how important it is to have personalized care and real talk about risks if you’re in this situation. #WomensHealth #MaternalHealth #HealthEquity #CancerAwareness #Health10Share
edwardspeter+FollowGame-Changer for Cancer Care in AfricaDid you know some African countries have just a handful of radiotherapy machines for millions of people? MedAccess and Elekta are shaking things up with a pay-per-use model—think Netflix, but for cancer treatment. Instead of buying pricey machines outright, hospitals pay based on how many patients they treat, with all the servicing included. This could mean way more access to life-saving care for people who need it most. Huge move for healthcare equity! #CancerCare #HealthcareInnovation #Africa #Radiotherapy #HealthEquity #Health100Share
Rebecca Cowan+FollowTelehealth’s Wild Growth in MedicareTelehealth in primary care totally exploded for Medicare folks during the pandemic—jumping from just over 1,300 users to nearly 74,000! But get this: it was mostly younger, female, White patients and those with disabilities or kidney disease who used it most. Docs and psychiatrists got in on the action too, but there’s still a big digital divide. More access, more visits, but we’ve gotta fix those tech gaps for everyone to benefit! #Telehealth #Medicare #HealthEquity #DigitalDivide #PrimaryCare #Health40Share
edwardspeter+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkCongress is eyeing big Medicaid cuts, and it’s not just numbers on a spreadsheet—real families and doctors could feel the pain. Black and Latino doctors, who already make up a small slice of U.S. physicians, are more likely to serve Medicaid patients. If funding drops, clinics could close, kids could lose coverage, and health gaps could get even wider. Imagine ERs packed and fewer docs who understand your culture or language. This isn’t just about insurance—it’s about entire communities losing their lifeline. #MedicaidCuts #HealthEquity #HealthcareAccess #CommunityCare #Health150107Share
Douglas Robinson+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkCongress is eyeing major Medicaid cuts, and it’s not just numbers on a page—real families and doctors could feel the pain. Black and Latino doctors, who already see more Medicaid patients, are sounding the alarm: these cuts could mean less care for communities that need it most. Fewer clinics, longer ER waits, and more uninsured kids? That’s the ripple effect. It’s not just health insurance—it’s a lifeline for millions, especially people of color. Wild how one policy move can shake up so many lives! #Medicaid #Healthcare #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PolicyImpact #Health173Share
Douglas Robinson+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkCongress is talking about major Medicaid cuts, and it’s not just numbers on a spreadsheet—real families and their doctors could feel the pain. Black and Latino doctors are way more likely to treat Medicaid patients, so their clinics (and the communities they serve) would get hit the hardest. Think: less access to care, more ER visits, and bigger health gaps. One doctor said losing Medicaid is like losing a lifeline for entire families. The ripple effect? It could impact everyone, even those with private insurance. #Medicaid #HealthcareAccess #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PolicyMatters #Health172Share
edwardspeter+FollowMedicaid Cuts = Major Community ImpactMedicaid cuts aren’t just numbers—they hit real families, especially in Black and Latino communities. Docs who look like their patients and speak their language are already rare, and these cuts could force clinics to close or scale back. That means less access to care, more ER visits, and even more health disparities. It’s not just about insurance—it’s about trust, prevention, and keeping whole communities healthy. The ripple effect? Everyone feels it, not just Medicaid patients. #MedicaidMatters #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #HealthcareAccess #Health3235Share
Ryan Cunningham+FollowWomen Left Out of HIV Care?Did you know women in the UK are being left behind in HIV care? Gilead and Sophia Forum just dropped a report showing that while women make up nearly half of new HIV cases, they’re barely getting access to prevention meds or timely testing. The campaign’s calling out the government for ignoring women’s needs and pushing for five big changes—like better research, more awareness, and real support for women living with HIV. Love the bold red campaign pics, too! #HIVAwareness #GenderEquality #EndTheStigma #WomenAndHIV #HealthEquity #Health268Share
