The Economic Well-being of Black Americans and the Implications for Health Equity

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2023

The resource highlights the significant economic contributions of Black Americans throughout U.S. history, underscoring the enduring economic disparities they face. It explores the impact of these disparities on Black Americans' health outcomes. It challenges simplistic explanations rooted in biological deficiencies or cultural factors, emphasizing the role of social constructs and contextual factors in shaping health disparities.

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