Social Determinants
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Health literacy, healthcare access, and self-perception of health among intracranial tumor patients: an analysis of the National Institute of Health (NIH) "All of Us" research program.
August 15, 2026 · Journal of clinical neuroscience : official journal of the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia
Key takeaway
This study found that Black adults with brain tumors often have a harder time understanding health information, face more money and transport issues for care, and report more pain and distress than white patients. This means doctors need to do a better job helping us understand our health and addressing our unique needs.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in social determinants helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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