Preventing Latina Suicides

Dr. Rosa Gil's Life is Precious helps young Latinas in the Bronx and Brooklyn.

Clinical Professions Seek Minorities for New Health Care Opportunities

Assistant Secretary for Health Howard Koh seeks to develop the next generation of health care leaders.

African Genomic Diversity and African American Health

Recent research on African genomes could illuminate medical conditions in African Americans.

Urban Farmers Provide Nourishment in Low-income Neighborhoods

Urban Farmers Provide Nourishment in Low-income Neighborhoods

Farmers such as Milwaukee's Will Allen provide organic foods and education to urban neighborhoods.

Microfinance: In Sickness and In Health

Microfinance institutions increasingly provide health care options to those in need.

Research Funding to Increase in 2010

Excluding stimulus grants, funding for 2010 will increase over the 2009 budget.

Minorities at Higher Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias

Report on race, ethnicity and Alzheimer's disease details increased risks for African Americans and Latinos.

New Legislation a Promising Start for Tackling Health Care Disparities

Health care reform will extend access to insurance for millions.