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The Effects of Poverty on Children

The most important developmental period is the early childhood period as the brain is developing rapidly, and is easily influenced by conditions of poverty. This formative, developmental phase includes … See more

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The American Food Supply: Not Fit for European Consumption

WEBThe first major difference between food in the United States (US) and the European Union (EU) is that Europeans do not let known or suspected carcinogens …

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Focus for Health About Us

WEBWe are focused on correcting the systemic injustices that prevent people from remaining healthy and happy. Our expansive approach to health addresses wealth distribution, …

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Focus for Health Our Team

WEBAlex Counts is an adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins University, a nonprofit consultant, and a writer. Alex joined the Focus for Health consulting team in 2021. Alex founded the …

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Health Disparity News & Information

WEBHealth Disparity. Health disparities, also known as Social Determinants of Health (SDoH), are conditions in which people are born, live, work, and age, and how these conditions …

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The Benefits of Historically Black Colleges and Universities for …

WEBA study published by the Erie Institute of Education Sciences looked at graduation rates for black students who attend HBCU’s compared to PWI’s and found …

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Social Determinants of Health: Thoughts on Neighborhood and …

WEBThe social determinants of health are all interrelated and possess equal capability to shape lives for better or worse. Although neighborhood changes are crucial, …

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Focus for Health Resources

WEBFocus for Health | Audio, video and print resources

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Malnutrition in America

WEBMalnutrition is the condition that develops when the body is deprived of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients it needs to maintain healthy tissues and organ function. The term …

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Increasing Diversity in Health Professions Improves Health …

WEBIncreasing diversity in the health profession could mean better healthcare for minority Americans. In the United States differences in education level, social class and status, …

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Childhood Trauma Can Impact Our Gut Bacteria

WEBChildhood Trauma Can Impact Our Gut Bacteria. A Columbia University study has found that adversity early in life is associated with increased gastrointestinal symptoms in …

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Focus for Health Our Board

WEBJanis is a founding board member of Segal Family Foundation and has been on the board for ten years. For eight years she was the Board Chair of Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project …

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Focus for Health Our Partners

WEBOver the years, Focus for Health has provided funding to a variety of organizations dedicated to increasing the awareness of autism, providing services and support to …

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Focus for Health Founders Barry & Dolly Segal

WEBBarry started Focus Autism in 2009 to advocate for vulnerable children who were more susceptible to developing autism and other neurological disorders after being exposed to …

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FFH is Proud to Support: Eastchester SEPTA

WEBSEPTA is an organization of interested parents, most with children receiving special services through the district, as well as special education faculty/administration, who join …

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Change Your Life with Ayurveda

WEBAyurveda, the science of healthy living, originated in the ancient civilizations of India more than 5,000 years ago. The word Ayurveda comes from the Sanskrit root …

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Autism News & Articles

WEBFocus for Health is committed to providing families necessary information to raise awareness and help navigate the complex needs of individuals with autism.

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Focus for Health Contact Us

WEBFocus for Health 67 Mountain Blvd., Suite 201 Warren, NJ 07059 (908) 279-7883 [email protected]

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City’s big fix to lead water crisis is here. But it could take another

WEBCity’s big fix to lead water crisis is here. But it could take another 6 months to work. NJ.com. May 7, 2019. After 2 years of testing high for lead, Newark’s water supply is getting an …

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My Reflections on Unconscious Bias

WEBThis picture was taken after a meeting with “Be More America” which dealt with unconscious bias. In our case, or rather in case of our organization, it was a little bit of …

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Focus for Health Disclaimer, Privacy Policy and Terms of Use

WEBDisclaimer DISCLAIMER OF MEDICAL LIABILITY. All text, images, graphics and links on this website are provided solely for informational purposes, are not medical advice, and …

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Weathering and its Affects on Marginalized Communities

WEBChronic stress (releasing cortisol and adrenaline) has lasting effects on the body and mind of marginalized communities. When you constantly release adrenaline and cortisol into …

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