Living with ADHD as an Adult Woman: Why Many Women Go Undiagnosed
Introduction Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has long been depicted in a narrow way, most notably in boys who exhibit hyperactive behavior in…
Autism in Adults: The Struggles of Getting Diagnosed Later in Life
Introduction Adults living with autism have existed in all societies, often without being fully recognized or accommodated. Historically, autism was seen…
Intersex Awareness: Health Challenges Intersex People Face
Introduction Intersex refers to a variety of natural variations in physical traits that do not fit typical binary ideas of male…
Gender-Affirming Care: What It Is and Why It’s Lifesaving for Trans Youth
Introduction Gender-affirming care offers a supportive and structured approach to meeting the health needs of transgender youth. These services provide a…
Transgender Healthcare 101: Understanding the Needs of Trans Patients
Introduction Transgender individuals face barriers in health services that can affect their physical, mental, and social well-being. These obstacles range from…
Native American Health Disparities: Why Indigenous Communities Face Unique Challenges
Introduction Native Americans, also referred to as Indigenous peoples, embody a wide range of tribal groups with diverse languages, customs, and…
Health Care in Rural America: The Impact of Hospital Closures on Communities
Introduction Rural America plays a key role in the national identity, with farmland, small towns, and close-knit communities spread across vast…
LGBTQ+ Health Disparities: How Discrimination Impacts Medical Care
Introduction The LGBTQ+ community includes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other sexual or gender minorities. These groups represent a broad…
Black Maternal Mortality: Why Are Black Women at Higher Risk in Childbirth?
Introduction Black maternal mortality refers to the higher rate of deaths related to pregnancy or childbirth among Black women. This issue…
Bruised Ribs
The ribs are thin bones that enclose the vital organs of the body such as the heart, lungs, and chest cavity….