Hearing Loss Stigma: Why Many Adults Avoid Hearing Aids and Suffer Silently
Introduction Hearing loss is a common yet often hidden challenge affecting millions of adults worldwide. Despite modern hearing aids being more…
Dental Care Inequity: The Forgotten Health Crisis of Poor Dental Access
Introduction When people think of critical health crises, oral health often ranks low on the list. Yet dental care inequity is…
Mental Health in Refugees: Trauma and Recovery in Displaced Populations
Introduction Refugees flee violence, persecution, or disaster, often enduring abrupt uprooting from their homeland. This sudden displacement, along with the perils…
The “Yentl Syndrome”: How Women’s Heart Attacks Are Often Missed
Introduction In the 1980s, cardiologist Dr. Bernadine Healy coined the term “Yentl Syndrome” to describe a troubling phenomenon: women were more…
Maternal Mortality in the US: Why One of the Richest Nations Has High Rates
Introduction In global comparisons, the United States stands out for its advanced medical technology and substantial healthcare spending. Yet, this apparent…
Period Poverty Worldwide: The Global Fight for Menstrual Health Equity
Introduction For countless women and girls, menstruation isn’t simply a monthly biological event—it’s also a source of financial and logistical strain,…
Toilet Access and Health: How Lack of Sanitation Causes Disease
Introduction Billions of people worldwide live without access to safe toilets, leading to serious public health concerns. Poor sanitation lets harmful…
Ableism in Healthcare: How Bias Against Disabled Patients Can Be Life-Threatening
Introduction The term ableism describes prejudice or discrimination in favor of nondisabled people, often manifesting as stereotypes, lack of accommodations, or…
Medical Gaslighting: When Doctors Dismiss Your Symptoms Unfairly
Introduction Many patients leave doctor appointments feeling unheard or brushed off. If you’ve ever been told “it’s all in your head,”…
Language Barriers in Healthcare: The Risks of Not Having a Translator
Introduction In a diverse and multicultural society, medical staff encounter patients who do not speak the predominant language, or speak it…