These stories seek to raise awareness about disparities in health care. “Unseen, Mortal Wounds: The Struggle to Prevent Veteran Suicides” is about the difficulties soldiers face when they come back from combat, and the startling rate of veterans who commit suicide (22 a day). “Brockton Clinic Working Ahead of the Health Care Curve” looks at how health clinics that focus on poor and minority care are leading the nation in the medical home model of patient-centered care. “Boston Chlamydia Rates Rise While Sex Education Lags Behind” addresses the need for comprehensive sexual health education in Boston public schools. “MassHealth Leaves Many Adults Without Dental Care” looks at the hardships low-income residents face when they need oral health care.
