Sex Inequalities Persist in Cancer Clinical Trials
Men nearly always outnumbered women, regardless of trial phase, cancer type, time period, or cancer incidence in the female population.
Gender Differences
Uncontrolled Hypertension Up for Younger Men, Older Women
Thirty-four percent of those taking antihypertensive medications had hypertension
COVID-19 Death Rates Higher Among Kidney Transplant Candidates, Recipients
Among kidney transplant candidates and recipients, a greater proportion of non-White than White patients died from COVID-19, a study found.
Gout Prevalence Is Increasing Among US Veterans
Gout prevalence in Veterans Affairs medical centers increased from 4.2% in 2005 to 5.8% in 2014.
Gender and Race Disparities Found in Kidney Stone Disease
A male-to-female gap decreased significantly over time among White and non-Hispanic stone formers, but not among Black stone formers.
Cardiovascular Risks in CKD Population Lower in Women
Variability in heart failure risk among women and men with CKD is particularly relevant given its high prevalence, according to investigators.
Female Surgeons Face Increased Fertility Issues, Pregnancy Complications
Findings both compared with female partners of male surgeons and the general population
Barriers Persist for Enrolling Women in Cardiology Clinical Trials
Eight barriers discussed include differential care, ageism, logistical barriers, lack of diversity in clinical trial leadership
Many Incident Heart Failure Diagnoses Occur in Acute Care
46% of those diagnosed in acute care had potential heart failure symptoms in previous 6 months
Inequalities Found With U.S. Family and Medical Leave Act Requirement
Women disproportionately excluded in minimum hours requirement; tenure requirement excludes Blacks, indigenous, multiracial workers
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