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Structural Racism and Supporting Black Lives — The Role of Health Professionals

2016; Massachusetts Medical Society; Volume: 375; Issue: 22 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1056/nejmp1609535

1533-4406

Rachel R. Hardeman, Eduardo Medina, Katy B. Kozhimannil,

Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations

Structural racism leads to increased rates of premature death and reduced levels of overall health and well-being — an epidemic affecting our whole society. As clinicians and researchers, we wield power, privilege, and responsibility for dismantling structural racism.