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We must begin to recognize that child care in the US is a CLOSED economic system with only direct pay from parents (and maybe some state subsidies for low income or other at risk populations) as revenue. It doesn’t matter to what huge extent one respects child care providers and recognizes the high value of their work, one can only negotiate to the level of income (minus fundamental living expense) that one has. We must find additional streams of revenue to “open” this system to begin to appropriately match the income of providers to the knowledge, skills, energy, and personal investment required for the work. Anything less is just empty (albeit well-intentioned) rhetoric.

Today we celebrate the amazing women that call themselves mothers. We also must remember that women are not always receiving the care they need, especially when dealing with Substance Use Disorder (SUDs). Fewer than 11% of women are seeking help due to stigma and barriers. First Call works to breakdown barriers and never turns anyone away because of their inability to pay. If you are ready to take the next step, let First Call help. 816.361.5900

🌍✨ Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, let’s unite in celebration and solidarity! The Women in Gerontology Legacy (WIGL) Project conducted interviews with 46 older women gerontologists between 2014 and 2015. This study examines WIGL's interview questions exploring how participants' experiences as gerontologists intersect with their personal aging journeys. Journal of Applied Gerontology's link: https://ow.ly/ELGh50Uen59. #EndViolence #EmpowerWomen #WomenInGerontology #WomenInScience #EndViolenceAgainstWomen

If you care about a woman or a girl in Indiana you need to listen to this podcast. It features Mackenzie Pickerrell from Girl Coalition of Indiana, Tamara Winfrey-Harris from Women's Fund of Central Indiana, and Denise Herd from Herd Strategies discussing the Indiana Girl Report and a soon to be released report about the state of women in Central Indiana. Did you know that 42% of women in Indiana will experience violence, sexual violence, or stalking from an intimate partner in their lifetime. Did you know that Indiana has the 3rd highest maternal mortality rate in the country. Did you know that Indiana consistently ranks in the top 10 of worst states for women in the country. A quote from Tamara Winfrey-Harris, "I hope when people hear this demographic data that it reminds them that women and girls are not a fringe or special interest group. We are half, in some places more than half of the population. so a community that doesn't work for us is not working." https://lnkd.in/gMF62-aU

Age reversal isn't a myth; it's a reality with our evidence-based program! ✨ Join the community of women embracing timeless health and longevity. Go to https://lnkd.in/gY6KjghS to learn more.  #AgeReversalReality #TimelessBeauty"

DYK that three-quarters of unpaid care work is performed by women? Women form 67% of the health and care workforce, yet there is a 24% gender pay gap between women and men.    Health and care work is chronically undervalued. And persistent gender inequalities in the health and care sector undermine this work.     That’s why the care needs to be reorganised in a way that fairly rewards the critical work women do in health and care.  

Thanks for sharing this Shayla Brown. As you stated, in healthcare, implicit bias has had devastating consequences, particularly in maternal health. The belief that some patients feel less pain or require less care due to the color of their skin is not only untrue—it’s dangerous. This systemic issue disproportionately impacts Black mothers and infants, contributing to higher rates of maternal and infant mortality. MaternaCare is on a mission to change this narrative. By leveraging advanced AI and quantum technology, our platform provides unbiased, data-driven maternal-fetal healthcare that prioritizes every patient’s unique needs—regardless of race, ethnicity, or background. Here’s how we’re addressing these critical disparities: 1. Non-Biased Data Analysis: Our AI eliminates personal and systemic biases by analyzing patient data based solely on medical indicators, ensuring equitable care for all. 2. Culturally Sensitive Design: MaternaCare integrates biometric and cultural markers from diverse communities, such as Black, Indigenous, Hispanic, and other populations, to tailor care plans that align with patients' lived realities. 3. Empowered Patient Care: By providing real-time insights and empowering patients to participate in treatment planning, we’re fostering trust and improving outcomes. 4. Collaborative Decision-Making: Our platform equips providers with tools to make objective, evidence-based decisions, reducing disparities and fostering agile, inclusive healthcare practices. MaternaCare is more than a product; it’s a movement toward equity in healthcare. Together, we can create a future where all mothers and their babies receive the compassionate, high-quality care they deserve. Let’s rewrite the story of maternal health—one step at a time. #MaternalHealth #HealthEquity #InnovationInHealthcare #MaternaCare

This 👇🏽 💯 Intersectionality matters. “Women/females” are not a monolithic group and diversity in SSDH, ethnocultural identities, biology and life experiences will likely interact with female sex to influence cognitive & brain aging. We need greater representation of diverse communities in clinical neuroscience of aging to understand aging from a health equity lens.

Did you know 50% of black women report contracting an STD compared to 28% of white women in their lifetime? People of color are disproportionately affected by STIs and STDs. This National Minority Health Month, HealthyMD reaffirms our commitment to providing inclusive, accessible care for all. #NationalMinorityHealthMonth #HealthyMD #BuildingAHealthierCommunity https://lnkd.in/e8cnGGac.

Despite making up half of the world’s population, women only account for about 34% of clinical trial participants. The NIH’s inclusion policy has helped turn things around, but low female participation persists. A recent article from clinical leader highlights 5 easy steps trials designers can take to better serve women. They include: - Leveraging technology to reduce participation barriers - Integrating women’s voices into trial design - Using data to reduce racial disparities - Creating new protocols for integrating pregnant women into trials - Investing in new approaches to improve our understanding of how drugs impact women Have you tried any different approaches? If so, drop a comment below! Source: https://hubs.li/Q02mXrcK0 #clinicaltrials #womenshealth #diversityandinclusion #womeninclinicaltrials #inclusionpolicy #transformingclinicaltrials