Despite a rise in Black physicians over the past 20 years, the shortage of Black doctors in the U.S. remains high, and the Trump administration’s push to end affirmative action and DEI programs could make it even more difficult for Black students to earn medical degrees, leading to poorer health outcomes for Black people.
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Lupus Disproportionately Affects Black Women: Experts Urge Awareness and Early Diagnosis
Lupus disproportionately affects Black women, who are two to three times more likely to be diagnosed than white individuals, and raising awareness of the symptoms and importance of early diagnosis can help lead to earlier treatment and stronger support systems.
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Black Patients More Likely to Be Restrained in the Emergency Room
By Alexa Spencer Originally appeared in Word in Black Black patients are more likely than other racial groups to be restrained during emergency department (ED) visits, according to a new […]