A Case of Invasive Metastatic Tonsillar Squamous Cell Carcinoma Complicated by Polymicrobial Wound Infection in a Previously Healthy 34-Year-Old Inmate.

This case report describes a distinctive presentation of invasive metastatic tonsillar head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) that recurred in a 34-year-old African American inmate, defying the expectations of conventional risk factors. This case underscores the significance of nuanced care in atypical HNSCC scenarios. The patient presented in October 2021 with bilateral lymphadenopathy and dysphagia, which led to the diagnosis of tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma.

Impact of Race, Socioeconomic Status, and Geography on Healthcare Outcomes for Children With Sickle Cell Disease in the United States: A Scoping Review.

A large proportion of patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) identify as Black or African American (AA). Social bias and stigma in healthcare outcomes for children with SCD are impossible to explore without considering the impact of racial/cultural identity, socioeconomic status (SES), and geography. It is important to understand the current influences of social movements, expanded health insurance coverage, and telehealth on these variables when considering healthcare outcomes for patients with SCD.