Rockefeller Partnership to Increase Vaccine Uptake in Houston, Texas
It is now widely understood that the COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted Latinos in the U.S., resulting in a higher risk of infection, hospitalization, and death than their white counterparts. Unfortunately, this extends to Hispanic children as well. In fact, a new study by the CDC found that Hispanic children were eight times more likely than white children to be hospitalized because of COVID-19. Expanding vaccination rates among Latino children and families is crucial if we want to ensure that this already vulnerable population can vigorously overcome the virus.
3/12/25 – NHHF Statement on PETA’s Research Modernization Now
Washington, DC – March 12, 2025 – The National Hispanic Health Foundation (NHHF) has a mission to transform the health care system through leadership, research and education to improve Hispanic health […]
Vaccination disparities are evident across demographics
As the U.S. undergoes an unusually acute seasonal surge in respiratory illnesses, it’s important to remember that there are ways of staying healthy and avoiding life-threatening complications, which become more common among older individuals and those with already poor health. So, let’s look at the vaccination disparities and what they reveal about us.
Who’s Not Getting Vaccinated?
The Surgeon General’s Call for Mental Health of Youth Focus
As the end of the year approaches and we make our resolutions for the new year, it’s important to focus on making healthier lifestyle choices. We know that taking care of your body through exercise and healthy eating can seriously stop preventable diseases like obesity.
The Epidemic of Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity is currently considered an epidemic in the United States, affecting over 19% of children and adolescents aged 2-19 years. Among Hispanic children, the percentage is even higher, affecting over 25% of children and adolescents prior to the COVID-19 pandemic1. The fact that it disproportionally effects minority children, including Hispanic and Latino children, presents a major obstacle in achieving health equity. Addressing this epidemic in children, particularly those most vulnerable, is necessary to provide a healthier future for all Americans.