Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to condition and diseases of the heart and blood vessels, including, but not limited to, coronary heart disease, heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, congestive heart failure and congenital heart disease (Han, pg. 14). According to Arizona vital Statistics, when all races or ethnicities are compared, African American females suffer the highest rates of death from CVD. (Han, pg 27). Additionally, socioeconomic status is associated with CVD prevalence.
According to the CDC, 50% of African American women, 40% of Mexican women, and 30% of Caucasian women are obese and therefore at risk for development of type 2 diabetes. Improved screening and education strategies are necessary in reversing the trend of this devastating chronic disease. Morbidity and Mortality “In the United States, an estimated 7% of the population, (20.8 million people), have diabetes mellitus; 14.6 million people have been diagnosed and 6.2 million remain undiagnosed. In addition, approximately 41 million Americans have prediabetes, which may eventually lead to a clinical diagnosis of diabetes,” (DISEASEDEX, 2012). In 2009, diabetes was the cause of death in 150 women in Allegheny County alone, (PA Department of Health, 2009).
“Today more than 1.1 million Americans are living with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, and one fifth of Americans do not know they are infected with the virus” (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2010, para. 2). “ The current prevalence per 100,000 population as of December 31, 2010 are 144.2 per 100,000 residents in Ohio, 333.4 per 100,000 residents in Cuyahoga County, and 763.1 per 100,000 residents in Cleveland” (Cleveland Department of Public Health, 2011, p. 1). The prevalence rates of the City of Cleveland are twice the level of Cuyahoga County and 5.3 times greater than Ohio prevalence. In Cleveland, the prevalence levels for Black/African America non-Hispanic residents are 824.8 per 100,000 population, about twice that for White non-Hispanic with HIV/AIDS at 438.3 per 100,000 population (Cleveland Department of Public Health, 2011).
Black women in the District suffer from obesity, diabetes, heart disease and generally poor health in alarmingly high numbers, and white women do not. That is the finding of a study released early today by the Kaiser Family Foundation. The study said there is a large disparity in the incidence of certain chronic diseases between black and white women. Kaiser's study was based on data compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the federal Current Population Survey from 2004 to 2006. The study reflected health statistics in the states and the District.
April 24, 2012 Article Summary Geographic and Racial Variation in Premature Mortality in the U.S.: Analyzing the Disparities Author: Cullen R. M, Cummins C,; Fuchs R. V Purpose The article, “Geographic and Racial Variation in Premature Mortality in the U.S.: Analyzing the Disparities” was written to identity the high mortality rates for African American ( men and women) and the decreased mortality rates amongst Caucasians ( men and women). An important key element for the study was the use of an ecologic model of premature mortality- death before the age of 70. Researchers of this study have discovered that racial and geographical living created various reasons for excess mortality: education, income, employment, climate change,
This will also improve patient outcome drastically. The healthcare is a holistic entity which involves both the treatment of acute consequences of poor health the prevention of poor health from occurring (Martone 1992). The more successful the HCO is in preventing disease, the more successful they will be in improving patient health (Carlyon 1984). This goes a long way to prove that disease prevention fits nicely into the mission statement of the HCO which says that healthcare organizations do their best to promote healthy living. Ethically, it is the duty of the HCO’s under the umbrella of the CDC, to design/develop strategies to prevent diseases.
Health Promotion among Diverse Population Olanireti Onabanjo Grand Canyon University NRS 429V April 25, 2015 Encyclopedia defines minority as “A culturally, ethically, or racially distinct group that coexists with but is subordinate to a more dominant group.” There are many minority groups and populations, with no limitation of the matter. The U.S 2012 population census indicated about forty percent of the population are American Indian, American Asian, Hispanic or Latino. This paper will talk about differences in the health state of minority group, natural average putting into consideration the cultural, socioeconomic, sociopolitical barrier to health. Challenges and difficulties are among minority group population. Current health
America’s Issue Childhood Obesity America’s Issue Childhood Obesity Childhood obesity is becoming more and more of an issue that greatly effects the overall health of America’s youth. In almost every case the obesity follows the youth well into adulthood resulting in terrifying health conditions and even death. It is an ever growing issue amongst America’s youth and adult health. America is suffering from a heart disease epidemic that ranged in the medical cost of 273 billion dollars in 2010. The cost is expected to sky rocket well into the 800 billion dollar range by 2020.
It is estimated that 50% of men and 30% of women are anticipated to develop some form of cancer in their lifetime. Currently many of the physician’s practices serving oncology patients are at their patient limit. In order to serve this increasing population, additional facilities and equipment are needed to provide sufficient care. Additionally, coordination of care between disciplines providing care for this population is poor. Most notably are scheduling delays and limited cancer prevention programs.
According to the American Obesity Association (2002), obesity is a “complex, multi-factorial chronic disease involving environmental (social and cultural) and genetic, physiologic, metabolic, behavioral and psychological components.” AOA points out that approximately 127 million adults in the U.S. are overweight, with 60 million being obese. Overweight is defined as a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 25 or more and obesity is 30 or more. Added to the health problems engendered by excess body weight is the social stigmatization faced by excessively overweight people, mainly young women and youngsters. A 2001 scientific study found “clear and consistent stigmatization, and in some cases discrimination….in three important areas of living: employment, education and healthcare” (Obese people suffer bias…). In addition, overweight and obese people are portrayed in a negative way in the media, including television and movies.