Race is not genetic. Race is a social and political construct. However, the conflation of race and genetics is one
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Researchers find race, sex and age disparities in echocardiography
The existence of age, race and sex disparities in healthcare delivery within the United States is well established, with prior
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Scientists race to develop an effective COVID-19 vaccine
With the global pandemic still in full swing, scientists are working to develop a vaccine in record time. While everyone
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Do DIY DNA kits revive a harmful perceived link between genetics and race?
The industry around do-it-yourself DNA kits has exploded, with tens of millions of people sending in samples to learn about
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London Marathon 2019: Fitness expert reveals five easy steps to success
Thousands of people will be pounding the pavements for the London Marathon in the capital tomorrow morning. The run, which
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Stress in new mothers causes lasting health risks, depending on race, ethnicity, poverty
African-American women undergo more physical “wear-and-tear” during the first year after giving birth than Latina and white women, a consequence
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Medicaid improves access to care, but effects vary by race
Medicaid is an important tool to reduce insurance-related health disparities among Americans, according to Penn State researchers. Among a national
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CDC: Tobacco Product Use Varies by Race Among U.S. Teens
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 12, 2018 — From 2014 to 2017, ever-use and current use of any tobacco product among U.S. middle
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The Olympic Spirit Shines Through When These Runners Crash Out Of The Race
#ISupportWomenInSport The Olympic Games are an amazing opportunity to watch the athletes of the world perform at their highest level.
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