Articles tagged with Racial Discrimination
A new study found a link between midlife racial discrimination and increased levels of Alzheimer's disease markers, including phosphorylated tau181 and neurofilament light, in older age. Researchers analyzed data from 255 Black Americans over 17 years, revealing that chronic stress from racism contributed to dementia risk.
A new study by Ohio State University found that Black youth feel less safe when visiting predominantly white areas of their city. The study, which involved 1,405 11- to 17-year-old youths, showed that Black kids who spent more time in white-dominated areas felt less safe and had higher levels of chronic stress, measured by hair cortiso...
A new study by Carey Morewedge and colleagues found that people are more likely to recognize bias in algorithmic decisions than their own. This is because algorithms can codify and amplify human bias, but also reveal structural biases in society. The research suggests ways to increase awareness of biases and correct them.
A new study found that understanding racial inequities in healthcare access can have a negative impact on both Black and white populations' views of their own health. Accurate awareness is crucial, but also poses an additional burden on Black individuals, causing unnecessary stress.
Research highlights socioecologic factors contributing to racial disparities in breast cancer prognostic scores, emphasizing the impact of structural racism on health outcomes. Additional research is needed to better understand the influence of social determinants on breast cancer biology among disadvantaged communities.
The April 2024 issue of Speculum foregrounds premodern critical race studies (PCRS) and elevates early career authors. The articles explore topics such as racializing tropes, power shapes narrative, and historical systems of control.
A study found that structural racism is largely to blame for disparities in tuberculosis (TB) incidence among the U.S.-born population. Researchers analyzed national TB registry data and found that TB incidence ratios were higher for certain racial and ethnic groups, with greater relative disparities among females.
A nationwide study finds that individuals diagnosed with colon cancer who resided in previously redlined neighborhoods are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced-stage disease and have worse survival rates. The research highlights the long-lasting impact of institutional racism on access to quality cancer care.
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has awarded UC Davis Health a three-year, $3 million grant to support research into the causes and complexities of gun violence disproportionately impacting Black and Brown communities. The grant will focus on marginalized community violence prevention scholars, building diversity and developing progr...
A study using AI models to analyze Facebook posts found that words associated with depression were more predictive of severity in white participants than in Black participants. Researchers highlight the importance of including diverse pools of data to ensure accuracy and tailor effective healthcare interventions.
A new study from the University of Georgia reveals that young Black men are experiencing suicidal thoughts at alarming rates, with one in three rural Black men reporting ideation or death thoughts. Childhood adversity and racism are major contributing factors, leading to feelings of mistrust and isolation.
A new approach to incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and antiracist concepts into undergraduate medical education is presented. The approach involves three phases: framework development, curriculum content development, and implementation with ongoing evaluation and refinement.
A recent study published in JAMA found that Black patients are less likely to receive a heart transplant than white patients, with odds of acceptance being higher for white candidates. The study also revealed that the intersection of race and gender often worsens access for Black women.
Medicare expenditures were higher for Black and Hispanic individuals compared to whites, with average total costs ranging from $136,326 to $165,730. The analysis attributed these differences to greater use of high-cost care during the last year of life.
A new commentary from Boston University School of Public Health emphasizes the need to address digital redlining, which disproportionately affects people of color, low-income communities, and rural populations. The authors propose standardizing social determinants of health screenings to include questions about broadband access.
The Child Opportunity Index 3.0 finds significant inequities in opportunity for children of different races and ethnicities in US metros, with White kids living in high-opportunity neighborhoods and Black and Hispanic children facing large gaps. The index ranks neighborhoods by a Child Opportunity Score ranging from 1-100.
A study found that media coverage of Katherine Johnson's death emphasized her exceptional mathematical skills but downplayed the ongoing racism and sexism she faced in NASA and society. The research highlights how journalists often focus on a person's achievements without critically examining systemic inequalities.
The initiative's programs help K-12 educators address difficult issues like racism through trauma-informed and asset-based practices. Researchers published their work in three peer-reviewed journals, highlighting the effectiveness of inquiry-based approaches for teachers' professional learning.
A new study finds that an anti-racist program in school did not cause stress or feelings of alienation among students, with 60% highly engaged and significant growth in awareness of social inequality. The intervention was designed to increase conversations about race and racism.
A qualitative study of 25 Black patient interviews reveals significant medical mistrust and anticipation of racism in emergency care. The study suggests system improvements are needed to address these issues and improve health outcomes for Black patients.
Researchers analyzed published studies on AI in dermatology, finding significant shortcomings when applied to skin of color. Only 30% of AI programs had data specifically for skin of color, and current programs do worse at identifying skin lesions.
A study by Rebecca Walker found that places with historic racial covenants had lower temperatures, more tree canopy, and less impervious surfaces, indicating reduced exposure to extreme heat. This is particularly pronounced in middle- and lower-income neighborhoods where the covenants have a significant impact.
A UC Riverside-led study found that moderately anxious children from minoritized groups are hypervigilant to threats, exacerbating their general state of anxiety. The study used MRI scanners and involved preadolescent Latina girls from low-income families.
A new study shows that despite the rise of community orgs, news outlets still dominate discussions on tough topics like racism and health disparities. Researchers analyzed over 1,250 Facebook posts from various organizations, finding that only 14.5% mentioned the pandemic and 2.5% racism/Black Lives Matter.
The article argues that US covid-19 outcomes are disproportionately affected by systemic racism and economic inequality. The authors suggest strategies for improving health equity, including anti-racist action, separating health insurance from employment, and rethinking vaccine distribution.
Researchers at Northwestern University found that guided parent-child discussions addressing subtle racism significantly reduced anti-Black bias in both parents and children. The study demonstrated the effectiveness of 'color conscious' conversations in mitigating racial prejudice.
A new study explores how discrimination, gender, and social class intersect to affect Black Americans' personal and relational well-being. Researchers found that racial discrimination and financial strain were associated with lower levels of psychological well-being.
Research suggests that highways through historically redlined areas contribute to higher levels of air pollution, including nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate matter. These pollutants disproportionately affect communities of color, highlighting the need for remediation programs and clean technology incentives.
A survey-based study found that exposure to news clips of immigrant deaths decreased white individuals' belief in the American dream, while increasing their views on systemic racism. In contrast, Latinx individuals increased their belief in the American dream and decreased their beliefs in systematic racism.
Segregated neighborhoods contribute to racial disparities in live donor kidney transplantation. Targeted interventions, such as community outreach clinics, can help mitigate these effects and promote equitable access.
A new study published in The Lancet Psychiatry found a causal link between government policies and mental health decline in people with Black Caribbean heritage. The research team analyzed data from over 58,000 participants and found an increase in psychological distress after the 2014 Immigration Act and the Windrush scandal.
A study by University of Notre Dame's Calvin Zimmermann found that early childhood teachers take an 'authoritarian approach' with Black boys and a more 'permissive approach' with white boys. This leads to heavier punishments, surveillance, and missed learning opportunities for Black students.
A recent study suggests that reframing confrontation goals from changing beliefs to setting social norms increases white people's willingness to challenge racist online posts. The study found that participants were more likely to confront those they knew well, such as friends and family members, rather than strangers or acquaintances.
A recent analysis found that Black women in the USA have significantly higher homicide rates compared to their White peers, with disparities increasing from 1999 to 2020. Gun deaths among Black and White women also increased, with Black women being more likely to be killed by firearms.
Researchers found that larger, more diverse, and less segregated cities experience decreased implicit racial biases due to increased social interactions. This is attributed to a lack of cosmopolitan public spaces where people can interact with others from different groups, creating barriers to equity.
Officer-involved killings of unarmed Black individuals worsened sleep duration among Black respondents, while no adverse effects were found for white respondents. The study highlights the role of structural racism in shaping racial disparities in sleep health.
A new study from Rice University reveals that white students who acknowledge discriminatory behavior in STEM settings are more likely to intervene when their psychological standing is enhanced. Allyship plays a critical role in combating prejudice, particularly in STEM fields where minorities face significant barriers.
A study found that interracial marriages result in lower wages for white males and higher wages for Black males compared to their same-sex and same-race counterparts. In states where marriage was less accepted, the penalties were more pronounced. The findings highlight the incomplete acceptance of interracial marriage in the US.
This study explores how better communication with care teams can improve the birthing experience for Black people. Researchers found that addressing urgent procedures and fostering a welcoming environment to share birth experiences mitigated negative consequences of preterm births.
A new study from Boston University School of Medicine found that Black women who reported experiencing racism in employment, housing, and interactions with the police had a significantly higher risk of developing coronary heart disease. The researchers evaluated data from 48,000 individuals enrolled in the Black Women’s Health Study ov...
Inequities in pediatric care span broad specialties and systems, including neonatal, emergency, palliative, and mental health care. Policy reforms are crucial to address deep-rooted structural racism and disparities in housing, employment, insurance, and the criminal justice system.
A new Roundtable discussion in Health Equity explores the results of the NCHE's Heart of America Annual Survey, finding over 80% of respondents want a unifying leader. The expert panel discusses the power of racial healing and overcoming racism in politics and policy-making.
A third of surveyed UN staff in Geneva report experiencing racial discrimination personally, while a third witness colleagues being discriminated against. The study highlights the prevalence of racism within UN offices in Geneva.
Online racial discrimination is associated with posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms, which increase the risk of suicidal ideation among Black adolescents. The study highlights the importance of considering these factors in understanding suicidal ideation in this population.
A technical expert panel provides guiding principles to avoid algorithmic bias in healthcare, aiming to reduce healthcare disparities and promote health equity. The principles aim to identify biases before implementation and mitigate their impact through conscious decisions by developers, users, and regulators.
The study highlights the need for a culturally informed approach to improve mental well-being of Black Americans, who face greater exposure to risk factors due to centuries of racism. Community-based participatory research and inclusive systems are proposed as solutions to combat systemic biases and inequities.
A new study found that senior physicians in cognitive and procedural specialties see fewer Medicaid patients and those from racial/ethnic minorities compared to junior physicians. This raises concerns about a two-tiered healthcare system and disparities in patient access.
Research highlights the role of racism in producing mental health disparities among Black Americans, calling for community-driven action to reduce inequitable care. The study's findings emphasize the need to address systemic racism as a root cause of poor mental health outcomes.
A new study on wearable health monitors reveals that a failure to understand race leads to flawed technology, exacerbating existing racial health inequities. The researchers found significant challenges with 'race correction' in health technologies, which assumes biology over system racism.
A new study finds that structural racism is a significant contributor to unequal lung cancer risk factors, affecting different racial and ethnic groups differently. The research highlights the need for tailored preventive interventions to address these disparities.
Outdated medical tools cause delayed recognition and management of adverse reactions in patients of color, leading to significant distress. A more inclusive approach is urgently needed to address structural racism in radiotherapy treatment and education.
A new study by Rutgers University found that Latino sexual minority men who experience racial and ethnic prejudice are more likely to delay HIV testing, complicating efforts to end the over 40-year epidemic. The researchers suggest that everyday discrimination may be a barrier to testing frequency.
A study of 33.1 million hospital visits found that Black and Hispanic patients are more likely to be discharged against medical advice, indicating a need for interventions to address medical segregation. This disparity may be related to unequal allocation of healthcare resources in hospitals serving racial and ethnic minoritized groups.
A Tufts University study found strong links between residential segregation and disparities in early death rates from common causes. The research suggests that reducing segregation can lead to reduced health disparities and lower mortality rates.
A new study found that anti-bias training significantly improved police performance scores and reduced discrimination-based complaints. Officers who received the training had a small but significant increase in performance scores and a 50% reduction in complaints compared to those who did not receive training.
A new study found that Black women who reported experiencing racism in employment, housing, and interactions with police had a 38% increased risk of stroke. Racism may act as a psychosocial stressor, elevating systemic inflammation and impairing endothelial function, contributing to racial disparities in stroke incidence.
A study of 48,000 Black women found that those who reported experiences of interpersonal racism faced a higher risk of stroke, even after accounting for other risk factors. This finding suggests a link between racism and racial disparities in stroke incidence among U.S. Black women.
A new study by NYU researchers found that Black women teaching science are finding innovative ways to combine traditional curricula with lessons on race, gender, and class inequities. They make cultural connections to science, encourage critical thinking, and provide historical contexts to help students understand the impact of systemi...
A secondary analysis of the Women's Ischemia Syndrome Evaluation (WISE) cohort study found that black and non-black women with obstructive coronary artery disease had similar long-term cardiovascular outcomes. The study suggests that guideline-based treatment, including statins and ACE inhibitors, may reduce racial disparities in cardi...
Researchers Joel Mejia and M. Sidury Christiansen are developing a handbook of recommended pedagogical approaches to address exclusionary language in engineering classes. They aim to improve the sense of belonging among multilingual students pursuing STEM careers by guiding faculty on strategies for changing biased language practices.