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Gender Bias in Mental Health Care

Gender bias significantly affects the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders. This bias skews the understanding and support individuals receive and shapes the broader..

Unconscious Bias in Mental Health

In mental health care, the consequences of bias can profoundly affect patient outcomes. Despite the best intentions, unconscious biases can still influence the assessments,..

Mental Health Awareness Month Activities

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a critical time for healthcare professionals to focus on their own mental well-being, how they can better support their patients, and how..

Understanding Washington State's Health Equity Training Requirement

The importance of addressing health disparities has never been more pronounced, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic's stark display of healthcare inequities. In..

Collecting REaL/SOGI Data with Cultural Competency

As the demographic makeup of the United States continues to evolve, with projections indicating that Hispanic and non-White racial and ethnic groups will constitute the majority..

Black Maternal Health Week 2024: Elevating Care Through Cultural Competency

Black Maternal Health Week 2024 (#BMHW24, April 11-17) is an opportunity to equip healthcare providers with the skills and understanding to improve healthcare for Black mothers..

­­What is Medical Bias?

Medical bias, or prejudice in healthcare settings, can significantly impact patient care and outcomes. To address medical bias, it is imperative to delve into its origins, effects..

What Is Racial Bias in Healthcare?

Understanding and addressing racial bias is essential to delivering equitable healthcare. Racial bias in healthcare is a multifaceted issue that influences patient care, medical..

What Is Structural Bias in Healthcare?

In today's evolving healthcare landscape, understanding and addressing structural bias is an ethical and practical necessity for healthcare organizations. But what exactly is..

What is Gender Bias in Healthcare?

Gender bias in healthcare is the disparity in treatment and care that individuals receive based on their gender. Gender bias impacts various aspects of medical care, including..