Only 5% of UK medical school entrants are working class, data showsAccess to medical schools for working class students remains low despite improvements, emphasizing a need for systemic changes.
For Black Americans Living Here, Systemic Racism Hits HardestHateful messages targeting Black Americans post-2024 election highlight ongoing racial discrimination and the pervasive reality of inequality.
Black Families Face the Steepest Barriers in These CitiesDiscriminatory practices have deeply impacted Black Americans' opportunities and wealth inheritance.Current data reveals stark socioeconomic inequalities between Black and White residents in the U.S.
These Cities Rank as the Least Favorable for Black AmericansSocioeconomic disparities persist between Black and White Americans, impacting various quality of life measures across different regions.
For Black Americans Living Here, Systemic Racism Hits HardestHateful messages targeting Black Americans post-2024 election highlight ongoing racial discrimination and the pervasive reality of inequality.
Black Families Face the Steepest Barriers in These CitiesDiscriminatory practices have deeply impacted Black Americans' opportunities and wealth inheritance.Current data reveals stark socioeconomic inequalities between Black and White residents in the U.S.
These Cities Rank as the Least Favorable for Black AmericansSocioeconomic disparities persist between Black and White Americans, impacting various quality of life measures across different regions.
As poverty drops across NYC, these boroughs' rates remain above national average, new data showsNew York City has seen a decline in poverty rates, yet three boroughs still exceed the national average, highlighting ongoing economic disparities.
How Many Adult New Yorkers Are Secretly Subsidized by Their Parents?Parent money significantly influences culture and economic opportunities in New York, reshaping perceptions of financial stability among peers.
As poverty drops across NYC, these boroughs' rates remain above national average, new data showsNew York City has seen a decline in poverty rates, yet three boroughs still exceed the national average, highlighting ongoing economic disparities.
How Many Adult New Yorkers Are Secretly Subsidized by Their Parents?Parent money significantly influences culture and economic opportunities in New York, reshaping perceptions of financial stability among peers.
Structural racism leading to stark health inequalities in London, report showsStructural racism in London leads to significant health inequalities among ethnic minorities, impacting poverty, housing, and employment.
Ethnic minority families spend more on housing but live in worse conditions: reportEthnic minorities in the UK face greater housing cost burdens and overcrowding compared to white British families.
Structural racism leading to stark health inequalities in London, report showsStructural racism in London leads to significant health inequalities among ethnic minorities, impacting poverty, housing, and employment.
Ethnic minority families spend more on housing but live in worse conditions: reportEthnic minorities in the UK face greater housing cost burdens and overcrowding compared to white British families.
Cambridge tried to get better racial and economic diversity among students. Now it has one of the most segregated schools in the state.Cambridge's approach to school integration based on family income has failed, resulting in increased segregation by race and socioeconomic status.
Native American students miss school at higher rates. It only got worse during the pandemicTommy Betom, a Native American student, shows improved attendance due to family and school support, amidst broader chronic absenteeism concerns.
No change in elite college low-income enrollment since 1920sAccess to highly selective colleges remains unchanged for low- and middle-income students over the past century, despite increased overall college enrollment.
Add 11 years to your life? Science says it's as simple as a daily walkUrban planning that promotes walkable neighborhoods increases physical activity and addresses health inequalities.
Vet killed himself after becoming upset at wealthy owners putting down petsA veterinarian tragically took his life after struggling with their profession's emotional burdens amid socio-economic disparities in pet care.
Opinion: Diversifying New York City's Mental Health WorkforceMental health services are failing to meet increasing demand, particularly among marginalized communities, due to systemic inequities and underfunding.
Poorer areas have the longest power recovery times. Here's how to make restoration less biasedSocioeconomically disadvantaged communities suffer longer power outages after hurricanes due to utility restoration policies favoring critical infrastructure first.
To Help Teachers, Support ParentsAmerican schools are struggling to provide quality education, with significant gaps in competency across subjects and demographics.
Heat risk isn't just about the highs: Large daily temperature swings can harm human health - maps show who is affected mostTemperature swings throughout the day significantly affect health risks, contributing to increased hospitalizations and mortality rates, especially among vulnerable populations.
Focusing on Improving Credit Scores Can Lift People Up Across AmericaFinancial wellness, indicated by credit scores, significantly affects life expectancy and overall well-being.
More than 75,000 people unhoused in Los Angeles county, but officials see progressLos Angeles saw a slight decrease in homeless population in 2024, marking the first time without an increase in years.