stigma
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healthInfectious Disease Expert Battles Stigma, Champions Patient Care
Associate Professor Sophia Archuleta, a leading infectious diseases specialist, not only treats life-threatening infections but also combats the stigma surrounding conditions like HIV.
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healthVitiligo's Social Burden Extends Beyond Skin, New Review Reveals
A systematic review highlights the profound psychosocial impact of vitiligo, shaped by cultural beliefs and leading to discrimination and reduced quality of life globally.
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healthStudy: Opioid Use, Not Race, Drives Bias in Sickle Cell Disease Notes
New research reveals clinician language in electronic health records shows bias linked to opioid use in sickle cell disease patients, surpassing race or chronic pain associations.
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healthMental Illness Rates Surge: Overdiagnosis or Genuine Crisis?
Experts examine the rise in mental illness diagnoses, exploring whether it's due to overdiagnosis, increased awareness, or worsening societal factors.
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healthNew Tool Reframes Depression as Strength, Boosting Goal Achievement
Psychologists develop a 20-minute intervention that helps individuals reframe past depression struggles as a source of strength, leading to significantly improved goal progress and self-confidence.