Fortrea’s Post

We have a very broken system in America that disproportionally impacts people of color due to a lack of strategic investment and constraints around access to proper screening, diagnosis, and proper kidney care. Medicare spends 1 in 4 dollars of its budget on Kidney Care ($130B) and yet investment in prevention is barely outpacing inflation. In the US 60M people are at risk for CKD (9/10 don't even know they have it). We need to push for greater access including more innovative approaches to help prevent and provide access to care for ALL people. #kidneyequityforall

#DidYouKnow Black Americans face a 30% higher risk of death from heart disease compared to their White counterparts. Learn more about the importance of #healthcare equity and how #policy can create positive change in the new #CBCF blog. Read today: bit.ly/4bjxths #CBCF #PolicyforthePeople

Heart disease is a pressing issue in the US, especially for Black Americans. Watch this powerful video clip featuring Tanya Adams from the American Heart Association as she sheds light on why heart disease rates are alarmingly high in the Black community. Let's work together to understand and address the root causes behind these statistics. Share your thoughts below! #heartdiseaseawareness #healthdisparities #BlackHealthMatters

Today is Go Red for Women Day and it’s American Heart Month! Did you know heart disease is the leading cause of death for women? Learn more at heart.org.

In honour of #WorldKidneyDay, we're shining a light on the disproportionate impact of kidney disease on Black communities. In young adults (aged 18-34), Black people are 10 times more likely to develop kidney disease compared to White people. (Source: Kidney Research UK)Let's work together to promote awareness, early detection, and access to healthcare for all. Join the conversation: www.blackpharma.org #blackpharma #BlackHealth #HealthcareJustice #WorldKidneyDay2024

Today is World MS day; this year's focus is diagnosis. Remember that MS affects people in every region of the world. In the US, MS is still not just a White person's disease. Black Americans have as high or higher incidence/prevalence as White Americans. I'm attaching a few articles that help update our perceptions on who gets diagnosed with MS. https://lnkd.in/gDfCNwwH https://lnkd.in/g7HpnfFd https://lnkd.in/gyFmhGNu https://lnkd.in/gqH4BsDj https://lnkd.in/g7a-mvJn

During #BHM and beyond, we must continue to address the lower rates of preventive screening Black Americans face, impacting early disease detection and health outcomes. Learn more about barriers to screening, screening recommendations, and how to advocate for your health here: bit.ly/49AAoky. 

Findings offer insight into the psychological and social processes that affect Black women and the development of culturally competent intervention programs to address chronic disease. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eW7Npp6y

Happy International Women’s Day ♥️ Studies have shown that the risk for chronic kidney disease is greater in women. Therefore, it is important that you make your health a priority by getting regular medical checkups. Early screening saves lives! #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion #KidneyHealth #InvestinWomen

Eye diseases can disproportionately affect African Americans, and it’s essential to be aware of these conditions. Here are some eye diseases that may have a higher prevalence in African American communities: 1. #cataracts: Cataracts are a common cause of cloudy or hazy vision in older patients. African Americans are more likely to develop cortical cataracts, which affect the outer layer of the lens. Regular eye exams can help detect cataracts early, and cataract surgery is an effective treatment. 2. #glaucoma: Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness among African Americans. They are three times more likely to have glaucoma than Caucasians. Early detection and management are crucial to prevent vision loss. 3. #diabeticretinopathy: Over 825,000 African Americans have diabetic retinopathy, a complication of diabetes that affects the blood vessels in the retina. Regular eye exams are essential for those with diabetes to monitor and manage this condition. I'd like to thank the National Eye Institute (NEI) for highlighting this information.