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Diversifying Research Staff Is Linked to Critical Increase in Racially Diverse Clinical Trial Participants
New research out of Boston Medical Center sheds much-needed light on creating racially diverse research cohorts.
Addressing Social Determinants of Health Is Critical In Curbing Opioid Overdose Deaths, Study Finds
Research from Boston Medical Center shows a 21% reduction in overdose deaths in communities that address social needs as a part of post-overdose outreach programs.
People of Color With Disabilities Face Double Discrimination
Racism and ableism together create greater health disparities and call for stronger equitable practices that increase access and reduce costs.
HIV PrEP Is Only Available at 1 in 3 New England Colleges and Universities
There is major opportunity to reach college-aged people — who statistically have a higher risk of HIV — with PrEP information and prescription access.
Standardizing the Decision-to-Incision Process Improves Fetal Outcomes After C-Sections
New research out of Boston Medical Center hopes to set a more equitable standard of care and improve communication among labor and delivery teams.
New Research Finds Strong Association Between Psychostimulant Prescriptions and Fatal Overdoses
These findings raise a need for reforming harm reduction education to include information about stimulant use.
Integrating Mental Health Treatment into Primary Care Can Break Barriers for Underserved Children
TEAM UP for Children is a unique model for Pediatrics departments that focuses on addressing systemic barriers to mental health care.
Offering Addiction Medication to Incarcerated People Reduces Overdose Deaths
People with substance use disorder make up a disproportionate amount of incarcerated people. Effectively treating this population is key to curbing overdose deaths.
Boston Medical Center Reflects on Boston Marathon Bombing 10-Year Anniversary
A decade after the tragedy at the Boston Marathon finish line, BMC staff share memories of pain and resilience from the day.
Communities That Implement Post-Overdose Outreach Programs Have Fewer Opioid Overdose Deaths
Non-fatal opioid overdose is a leading risk for overdose death. Post-overdose outreach programs offer an opportunity to connect to help.