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Studying Brain Health in Latino Adults: A Big New Research Push

April 2, 2026

Scientists at two major universities just got $15. 8 million to study how Latino adults' brains change as they age. The money comes from the government’s top health research group. Two professors, one from each school, will lead the project. They want to follow about 1, 800 Latino adults for 12 year

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Cancer's Heavy Toll on Puerto Rico's Elders

May 24, 2025

Puerto Rico is aging quickly. Almost everyone there is of Hispanic or Latino background. This is one of the fastest aging populations globally. The focus is on people aged 85 and older. This group faces a significant cancer challenge. Researchers looked into how common cancer is and how often it lea

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Latino Health Disparities in Santa Clara County: A Wake-Up Call

May 6, 2025

The Latino community in Santa Clara County faces serious health challenges. These issues are not new, but a recent health assessment has brought them into sharp focus. The report highlights that Latinos in the county experience higher rates of gun violence, obesity, and deaths from diabetes and hear