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Dallas Co. Health Officials Outline Disparities in Healthcare

(3 days ago) WEBDallas County is among the highest uninsured rates of urban counties in the country. Data from 2019 shows zip codes in South and Southeast Dallas have the highest healthcare disparities in Dallas

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/dallas-co-health-officials-outline-disparities-in-healthcare/2301696/

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A snapshot look at the state of people’s health in Dallas …

(1 days ago) WEBBy Marin Wolf and Michael Hogue. 6:00 AM on Feb 3, 2023 CST. In Dallas County, COVID rose to become the third-most common cause of death. Alzheimer’s and …

https://www.dallasnews.com/news/public-health/2023/02/03/a-snapshot-look-at-the-state-of-peoples-health-in-dallas-county/

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Why the state of health care in Dallas is both remarkable …

(5 days ago) WEBOver 272,000 people work in health care and social assistance in the Dallas-Plano-Irving metro division. Since 2000, the segment has added jobs at nearly …

https://www.dallasnews.com/business/health-care/2021/11/10/why-the-state-of-health-care-in-dallas-is-both-remarkable-and-disappointing/

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Dallas-Fort Worth leads big cities in medical debt - The …

(1 days ago) WEBDallas-Fort Worth has the highest medical prices in Texas, according to the Health Care Cost Institute, a nonprofit that tracks costs nationwide. And in a state where …

https://www.texastribune.org/2022/09/30/dallas-fort-worth-medical-debt/

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New community study finds ongoing health disparities in southern …

(Just Now) WEBParkland Health and Hospital System. The 2022 CHNA found some improvement in access to health care, but more remains to be done. Five ZIP codes in …

https://www.keranews.org/health-wellness/2023-03-27/new-community-study-finds-ongoing-health-disparities-in-southern-dallas-county

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Dallas County Tries To Counteract Health Care …

(Just Now) WEBPrivate Health Care Disparity. Southern Dallas County has fewer private health care providers to begin with, which creates a baked-in risk that communities of color could be shortchanged as the vaccine …

https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/dallas-county-tries-to-counteract-health-care-disparities-in-vaccine-distribution/

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DCHHS Health Advisories, Data, and Reports - Dallas …

(Just Now) WEBDallas County Health and Human Services - 2377 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207. Telephone: 214-819-2000. Health advisories, data, and reports are essential …

https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/dchhs/data-reports/

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Diabetes in Dallas County is a growing problem. What can reverse …

(4 days ago) WEBThe projected volume of diabetes outpatient services in Dallas County is expected to grow 22% by 2024, and 44% by 2029. Its latest community health needs …

https://www.keranews.org/health-wellness/2023-05-01/efforts-to-fight-diabetes-in-dallas-county-a-growing-problem-expected-to-get-worse

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A hidden epidemic: New report sheds light on mental health …

(Just Now) WEBDallas is facing a hidden mental health crisis, according to the report 'The State of Depression in Dallas: 2023 Report' from Mental Health America of Greater …

https://www.keranews.org/health-wellness/2023-08-04/dallas-hidden-epidemic-new-report-sheds-light-on-alarming-mental-health-trends

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High Blood Pressure a Top Health Concern in Dallas County

(1 days ago) WEBIn April, Parkland Health and Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) presented the results of the 2022 Dallas County Community Health Needs …

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/health/high-blood-pressure-a-top-health-concern-in-dallas-county/3267115/

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How Healthy Is Dallas County, Texas? US News Healthiest …

(Just Now) WEBIt serves as a backbone to the Healthiest Communities peer group rankings, which account for the complex challenges and limited resources within many communities. Overall …

https://www.usnews.com/news/healthiest-communities/texas/dallas-county

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Health Disparities & Inequities: COVID-19 & Beyond - Dallas Weekly

(9 days ago) WEBFurthermore, health equity generally refers to individuals achieving their highest level of health through the elimination of disparities in health and health care. …

https://dallasweekly.com/2023/05/health-disparities-inequities-covid-19-beyond/

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Closures, financial issues plague Dallas' Steward Health Care

(3 days ago) WEBFears of hospital closures, financial issues plague Dallas-based Steward Heath Care System The hospital operator is alleged to owe its landlords and vendors …

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/dallas-county/steward-heath-care-system-dallas-financial-struggles-hospitals-closed-lawsuits/287-58780eeb-b18e-4e40-bbc7-1427deb09bb4

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Health and Human Services - Dallas County

(7 days ago) WEBDCHHS has been at the forefront of the local response to major public health issues and emergencies including the recent Mpox outbreak, the COVID-19 pandemic, and threats …

https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/dchhs/

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The Top Health Risks in Dallas - D Magazine

(6 days ago) WEBMore than 40 percent of the population age 60 and older have metabolic syndrome, which increases the risk of weight gain, hypertension, diabetes, heart attack, and stroke. …

https://www.dmagazine.com/publications/d-magazine/2009/special-report-dallas-medical-directory/the-top-health-risks-in-dallas/

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Most nursing homes don't have enough staff to meet the federal …

(4 days ago) WEBThe new rules mean 4 out of 5 nursing homes will need more aides and nurses. Unions hailed the change, but advocates say it's not enough care, while nursing …

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/24/1246628171/nursing-home-staffing-final-rule-medicare-medicaid

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Dallas County Public Health Disease Surveillance and Investigation

(5 days ago) WEBDallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) has been recognized as a 2023 HIMSS Public Health Davies Award recipient. DCHHS is a public health …

https://www.himss.org/resources/dallas-county-public-health-disease-surveillance-and-investigation-system

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Advancing Racial Equity in U.S. Health Care: State Disparities

(6 days ago) WEBStudies show as well that many people of color contend with interpersonal racism and discrimination in health care settings and more often receive worse medical …

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/fund-reports/2024/apr/advancing-racial-equity-us-health-care

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It’s Destination Dallas for medical care, validating the booming

(5 days ago) WEBSince 2011, Dallas-Fort Worth has added 23.5 million square feet of health space, more than any Sun Belt metro, according to Transwestern, a real estate services …

https://www.dallasnews.com/business/health-care/2021/11/21/its-destination-dallas-for-medical-care-validating-the-booming-industrys-broad-appeal/

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Dallas County Health and Human Leverages Data Modernization …

(9 days ago) WEBDallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) has been recognized as a 2023 HIMSS Public Health Davies Award recipient. DCHHS is a public health …

https://www.himss.org/news/dallas-county-health-and-human-leverages-data-modernization-address-public-health-conditions

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Healthcare Finance Trends for 2024 report highlights progress, …

(Just Now) WEBNon-traditional health care providers grew in 2023, and retail health is garnering both consumer mindshare and growing use. [26, 27] Bain projects the new …

https://www.bizjournals.com/dallas/news/2024/04/24/healthcare-finance-progress-challenges-ahead.html

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Dallas Equity Indicators Public Health - City of Dallas

(2 days ago) WEBDalbot is currently undergoing routine maintenance –oiling its virtual joints, updating its digital wardrobe, to keep it in top-notch shape.

https://dallascityhall.com/departments/pnv/dallas-equity-indicators/Pages/Public-Health.aspx

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What is health equity? How the idea grew – and why it matters

(9 days ago) WEBNo matter how you look at health equity, the conversation involves contradictions. But at its core are fundamental questions about illness and health, say …

https://www.heart.org/en/news/2024/04/24/what-is-health-equity-how-the-idea-grew-and-why-it-matters

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Biden administration restores protections for gay and transgender …

(5 days ago) WEBThe Biden administration announced a new rule Friday expanding safeguards against potential discrimination of gay and transgender Americans seeking medical …

https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/27/politics/lgbtq-health-care-biden-administration-rules-affordable-care-act/index.html

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Community health programs are expanding access to care

(2 days ago) WEBArmando Martinez, Dallas County Health & Human Services community liaison, speaks with residents about a back-to-school immunizations and COVID-19 …

https://www.dallasnews.com/news/public-health/2022/12/14/community-health-programs-are-expanding-access-to-care-but-theres-still-a-ways-to-go/

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Foley Releases 2024 Top Trends Report Examining Health Care …

(Just Now) WEBFoley & Lardner LLP today published its third annual Health Care & Life Sciences Top Trends report examining business and legal issues that will impact this …

https://www.foley.com/news/2024/04/foley-releases-2024-top-trends-report-examining-health-care-and-life-sciences-issues/

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Change Healthcare cyberattack American Medical Association

(9 days ago) WEBThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) posted a new webpage to share answers to frequently asked questions …

https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/sustainability/change-healthcare-cyberattack

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Latest on Steward Health Care crisis: Mass. health secretary Walsh …

(Just Now) WEBA national company with 33 hospitals in seven states, including eight campuses in Massachusetts, the Dallas-based Steward is confronting financial …

https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2024/04/26/steward-health-care-massachusetts-bankruptcy.html

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Dallas health care is a tale of two cities

(9 days ago) WEBAccording to a study by WalletHub released last year, Dallas ranks 538th out of 548 U.S. cities for health insurance rates. About 27% of Dallas adults lack …

https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/editorials/2021/11/14/dallas-healthcare-is-a-tale-of-two-cities/

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Biden administration issues new rule to protect privacy of those

(1 days ago) WEB“This rule prohibits those regulated by HIPAA — health care providers, health plans, clearing houses and their business associates — from using or disclosing …

https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/22/health/biden-administration-new-rule-reproductive-health-care-privacy/index.html

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The Biden-Harris Administration Issues New Rule to Support …

(3 days ago) WEBProhibits the use or disclosure of PHI when it is sought to investigate or impose liability on individuals, health care providers, or others who seek, obtain, …

https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2024/04/22/biden-harris-administration-issues-new-rule-support-reproductive-health-care-privacy-under-hipaa.html

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Walmart closing 51 health centers over lack of profitability

(8 days ago) WEBThe Arkansas-based retailer said it decided to shutter all 51 Walmart Health centers and the Walmart Health Virtual Care offerings after realizing it wasn't a …

https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/walmart-closing-51-health-centers-over-lack-of-profitability

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Maintaining heart health is equal parts healthy habits - Dallas …

(3 days ago) WEBAt your regular wellness exam, your primary care provider may recommend different tests to help determine the baseline of your heart health. Risk calculators like …

https://www.dallasnews.com/fwddfw/2024/04/29/maintaining-heart-health-is-equal-parts-healthy-habits-and-awareness-heres-how-to-start/

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