Mentor/s
Professor Marmo Roman and Professor Malik
Participation Type
Poster
Abstract
Racism is defined as a system of advantage based on race. African Americans are more likely to live sicker and to die sooner. This research paper will aim to look at how the social determinants of health, provider bias, and medical mistrust impact the health outcomes of African Americans in the United States. It will also look at how the recent COVID-19 pandemic has exposed these inequalities for everyone in the United States to see. It will also analyze some of the solutions to help eradicate the problem.
College and Major available
Health Science
Location
Digital Commons
Start Day/Time
5-5-2021 1:00 PM
End Day/Time
5-5-2021 4:00 PM
Prize Categories
Most Scholarly Impact or Potential, Best Visuals, Most Meaningful
Racism's Effect on Healthcare and Health Outcomes
Digital Commons
Racism is defined as a system of advantage based on race. African Americans are more likely to live sicker and to die sooner. This research paper will aim to look at how the social determinants of health, provider bias, and medical mistrust impact the health outcomes of African Americans in the United States. It will also look at how the recent COVID-19 pandemic has exposed these inequalities for everyone in the United States to see. It will also analyze some of the solutions to help eradicate the problem.
Students' Information
Julianne D'Amico
Health Science- Public Health
Honors
2022