Diagnostic Error Disparities
What does a holistic examination of diagnostic error disparities look like? Medical researchers from The Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine (SIDM) and Johns Hopkins University examined and attacked the question head-on.
Dengue Fever and Vaccination: Navigating Recommendations and Risks
Dengue fever has an available vaccine, but what should travelers and others know about dengue vaccination? Dr. Rodney Rohde discusses navigating dengue risks versus vaccine recommendations.
Lyme Disease Diagnostics: The Intersection of Infection and Chronic Illness
Lyme disease can be a difficult medical condition to diagnose in patients. Dr. Rodney Rohde discusses Lyme disease symptoms and complications and conditions that mimic Lyme disease.
Impact of RSV on Vulnerable Adults: Understanding the Risks for Those With Respiratory Disorders
RSV can have a stronger impact on those with certain risk factors, but what are they? Dr. Rodney Rohde shares factors that increase risk of RSV complications, RSV incidence rate, and patient advice.
Unseen Consequences: How Hurricanes Amplify Infectious Disease Spread in Vulnerable Regions
What impact can hurricanes have on infectious disease spread? Dr. Rodney Rohde explains how hurricanes and other climate conditions amplify the spread of infectious diseases.
Understanding Post-COVID Risks: Diabetes and Kidney Health in Patients
Post-COVID-19 patients have a higher risk of some complications, but what about diabetes and kidney health? Dr. Rodney Rohde discusses the impact of COVID-19 on diabetes and chronic kidney disease.
RSV and Pregnancy Vaccination: What You Need to Know
What’s vital for pregnant patients to know about RSV risks and RSV vaccines? Dr. Rodney Rohde discusses RSV vaccination advice and risks of preterm births, infant mortality, and RSV complications.
Disparities in Echocardiography and Solutions for Heart Health Care
What kind of diagnostic testing disparities in race, age, and sex are patients up against for obtaining echocardiograms in the U.S., and how can heart health outcomes be overcome?
How Do Viral Evolution and Genetic Diversity Shape Vaccine Development?
How do viral evolution and genetic diversity impact vaccine development? Medical laboratory scientist Dr. Rodney Rohde discusses how vaccine development has evolved.
Reasons to Track Bilirubin Levels After Starting Medication
Why would a doctor want to track bilirubin levels after starting a patient on new medication? Medical laboratory scientist Dr. Kyle Riding explains reasons to track.
Do Elevated Bilirubin Levels Lead to Hemolytic Anemia Complications?
Can elevated bilirubin usually lead to hemolytic anemia complications? Medical laboratory scientist Dr. Kyle Riding explains how elevated bilirubin levels may occur and potential complications.
Lab Values That Help Decipher Bilirubin and Hemolysis Issues
What are laboratory values that help determine issues with bilirubin and hemolysis? Medical laboratory scientist Dr. Kyle Riding explains.
Diagnostic Testing Inequities in Men | What Factors Contribute?
What factors contribute to diagnostic testing inequities in men? Dr. Kyle Riding discusses social and cultural factors for men and ways to change male thinking about health care.
The Role of Implicit Bias in Diagnostic Inequities
What is the role of implicit bias in diagnostic inequities? Dr. Kyle Riding discusses implicit bias and how it can be addressed to improve health outcomes.
How Can Sickle Cell Providers Advocate for Equitable Diagnostics?
Maya Bloomberg shares how providers can assist with raising sickle cell education and awareness, screening recommendations, and increasing patient self-advocacy.
Diagnostics Decoded | Understanding Bilirubin
What exactly is bilirubin? Expert Dr. Kyle Riding explains how bilirubin is involved in body processes and what the different bilirubin lab values mean.
Is Diagnostic Testing the Hidden Gem of Healthcare?
Diverse Health Hub and its Pro Hub members are proud to have participated in the COLA Laboratory Enrichment Forum this year in Florida. Read to learn more about COLA.
CVS and Genetic Testing in Pregnant Women
Rates of genetic counseling and testing for expectant mothers and health monitoring of unborn babies should be improving. Yet this is only sometimes the case for some patients, and what can be done?
Sickle Cell Patient Turned Patient Navigator Shares Perspective
How has a sickle cell patient’s experience impacted his work as a patient navigator? Hear from sickle cell advocate John Masembe.
How Can HCPs Navigate Challenges in Optimizing Medications for Diverse Groups?
How can optimization of medications for diverse groups be aided by HCPs? Dr. Brandy Gunsolus and Dr. Dana Powell Baker explain.