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WebAssociation of Mindfulness and Stress with Menopausal Symptoms in Midlife Women. A Mayo Clinic research team, lead by Dr. Richa Sood, has recently published a study that found that mindfulness may be associated with fewer menopausal [] By Sumedha G. Penheiter • February 5, 2019. First.

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About Us Office of Health Disparities Research

WebThe Office of Health Disparities Research: Oversees projects at Mayo Clinic and in communities to identify and eliminate health disparities. Ensures community input on Mayo Clinic’s research program to achieve diversity and make a meaningful impact on human health. Supports the work of over 130 Mayo Clinic scientists who conduct health

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Pilot Projects Office of Health Disparities Research

WebThe Office of Health Disparities Research provides funding for Mayo Clinic pilot projects that aim to identify, reduce and eliminate health disparities. These grants help junior scientists develop their career interests in health disparities, and experienced researchers address disparities in ongoing work.

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Florida Office of Health Disparities Research

WebThe 2015 assessment identified health disparities, mental health and obesity as major concerns for the Jacksonville, Florida, community. To address these health issues, Mayo Clinic has initiated multiple projects to contribute to the needs of the community. A NEW COLLABORATION. “Wellness Rx provides education on health issues, empowers the

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Minnesota Office of Health Disparities Research

WebThe Rochester Regional Disparities Oversight Committee oversees health disparities research efforts in the Midwest coordinated on Mayo Clinic's campus in Rochester, Minnesota. The Research Group on Equity and Inclusion in Health Care (REIH) focuses on health and well-being of underrepresented populations in the health care workforce; and …

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Arizona Office of Health Disparities Research

WebThe Transplant Department at Mayo Clinic's Arizona Campus is embarking on a research study to reach Hispanic communities to discuss the potential of kidney transplantation for patients who are experiencing end-stage renal disease. The Mayo Clinic Hispanic Transplant Program launched in January, and has committed to make face-to …

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The Role of the Black Church in Public Health Office of Health

WebMayo Cardiologist, La Princess Brewer MD, co-authored an editorial with Dr. David Williams (the most published health disparities scholar) in the March issue of American Journal of Public Health.The editorial, part of the March issue on Faith-Based Organization and Public Health Practice, discusses the role, reach, and influence of faith …

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Community Advisory Boards Office of Health Disparities Research

WebCommunity advisory boards are essential partners in research. Their input helps align research efforts to community priorities, streamlines research ideas to address disparities, and most importantly, helps support changes that will help communities achieve health equity. Members of community advisory boards include representatives from

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REIH Office of Health Disparities Research

WebResearch Group on Equity and Inclusion in Health Care (REIH) The Research Group on Equity and Inclusion in Health Care (REIH) focuses on. Health and well-being of underrepresented minority, women, disabled and obese members of the health care workforce. Equity and quality of health care encounters and clinical decision-making.

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Community Partners Office of Health Disparities Research

WebThe Schell-Sweet Community Resource Center provides health education, health screening and other community services in Jacksonville, Florida, Learn more.. New Town Success Zone is a partnership of public and private organizations that are developing a continuum of services to help children and their families living in the New Town …

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Health Disparities Researchers Target Unconscious Bias in Health …

WebUnconscious bias, also called implicit bias, affects health care providers every day, especially when they are stressed or tired. Swift and automatic, it can reduce quality of care and even lead to medical errors.

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Research Establishes Questions to Address Unmet Needs of

WebTo address inequities for patients with disabilities, research led by Mayo Clinic has established six essential questions for health care organizations to ask at the point of care. The broad, evidence-based questions are a first step in determining unmet needs of individual patients for whom disabilities are not always easily identified, the researchers say.

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Cultivating H.O.P.E. (Health Outcomes from Positive Experiences

WebThe Native American Interest Group is very pleased to host Dr. Jeff Linkenbach, (Montana Institute) and Dr. Robert Sege (Tufts University) on Wednesday, February 13 th at noon Central Time. Jeff Linkenbach, Ed.D., is the Founding Director and a Research Scientist at The Montana Institute. He has developed national award-winning …

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Indian Health Service Office of Health Disparities Research

WebThe Indian Health Service (IHS) is an operating division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that is responsible for providing medical and public health services to members of federally recognized Tribes and Alaska Natives. IHS is the principal federal health care provider and health advocate for Indian people, and its …

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Office of Health Disparities Research

WebThe North American Refugee Health Conference 2018, the largest refugee health conference of its kind, was held this June in Portland, Oregon. Farhia Omar (pictured far left), Senior Research Coordinator in Arizona, represented Mayo Clinic’s Office of Health Disparities Research at this three day conference designed for those at the frontline in …

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Lessons From Henrietta Lacks’ Story: Improving Research

WebStunned, surprised and moved — These are just some of the reactions people shared in a discussion on ethics, race and medicine after viewing the movie, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, at the Science at the Cinema event in Rochester, Minnesota, held in August. The film tells the compelling story of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were removed …

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Native American Interest Group Office of Health Disparities …

WebDr. Jeff Linkenbach and Dr. Robert Sege Wednesday, February 13, 2019 “Cultivating H.O.P.E. (Health Outcomes from Positive Experiences) – A New Approach for Child Maltreatment Prevention and Health Promotion”All of us carry with us the experiences of our own past, and the historical experiences of our people. Wisdom teachers in many native …

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Listening to the needs of faith communities — Research from

WebThe team now partners with over 20 faith-based organizations. Dr. White recently received a grant from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to build capacity for the program.This work will include creating a community advisory panel that will help Dr. White and his team to develop a training module for faith leaders and …

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Culturally relevant health app shows positive impact

WebCulturally relevant health app shows positive impact. By Sumedha G. Penheiter. LaPrincess Brewer, M.D., explaining heart health to a community member, using a hands-on model. By Jay Furst. Mobile apps are popular sources of fast and easily digested consumer health information. But can they actually help in measurable ways to …

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