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Addressing Disparities in Adolescent STI Rates: A Research Review for Southern States

This recorded presentation delves into the critical issue of STI disparities among adolescents in the Southern United States, a pressing public health concern with significant implications for health equity. Understanding these disparities is essential for developing effective interventions and policies to promote the well-being of marginalized communities. 

Deeper Look: Hispanic/Latinx Communities and Hepatitis

This webpage discusses how viral hepatitis disproportionately impacts Hispanic/Latinx communities. In 2018, Hispanic/Latinx individuals were 1.4 times more likely to die from Hepatitis C than non-Hispanic whites, with significant barriers such as language, access to care, and high-risk behaviors contributing to these disparities. Despite the availability of effective treatments, Hispanic/Latinx patients face significant treatment gaps. Social determinants of health, such as lower insurance coverage and limited access to quality care, exacerbate these issues.

CDC's Dr. John Brooks Talks Mpox at CROI2024

This video discusses how during the 2024 Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections, Dr. John Brooks, Chief Medical Officer for CDC's Division of HIV Prevention, joins HIV.gov Director Miguel Gomez to share the latest information on mpox.

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