Walking function worse in Black multiple sclerosis patients than white patients, study shows
Black individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) tend to walk more slowly and cover less distance within...
Study reveals high maternity costs hit Black patients hardest
A recent study published in JAMA Health Forum reveals that Black and Hispanic individuals face higher...
New genetic study reveals why eczema affects Black Americans differently
Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is the most prevalent skin condition globally, impacting over 200 million people....
Childhood trauma in Black women increases incidence of cardiovascular disease, Emory study finds
A new study from Emory University reveals that childhood trauma can lead to physical changes in...
Omitting race from lung function equations increases detection of asthma in Black children, study shows
Despite advances in health care, structural racism and health disparities continue to influence medical practices—sometimes in...
Black Americans are more likely to live in areas without access to major goods and services, McKinsey Institute report says
Black Americans are disproportionately affected by a national housing crisis that limits access to quality, affordable...
Black women in Greater Cleveland report workplace, healthcare and education barriers
Black women in Greater Cleveland continue to face significant barriers in healthcare, education, and the workplace,...
Historic redlining and the siting of oil and gas wells in the United States
The presence of active and inactive oil and gas wells in neighborhoods contributes significantly to ongoing...
Violence and economic activity: Evidence from African American patents, 1870–1940
Historical research can provide profound insights into the socio-economic challenges faced by marginalized communities. The study...
The cost of racial animus on a black candidate: Evidence using Google search data
Does racial animus significantly impact a black candidate's vote share in modern America? Current research is...
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