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The Gap Between Rich And Poor Americans' Health Is Widening

Researchers compared Americans' health status today with that of 25 years ago and found that health is worsening among lower-income Americans. Orbon Alija/Getty Images hide caption

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The Gap Between Rich And Poor Americans' Health Is Widening

June 28, 2019 • Health inequities are getting worse, according to new research. Factors like income, race and gender are playing a larger role in health outcomes than they did 25 years ago.

Human Genomics Research Has A Diversity Problem

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Human Genomics Research Has A Diversity Problem

March 21, 2019 • Studies on the genetics of human diseases have focused largely on people of European descent. Researchers say this lack of diversity is bad science and exacerbates health inequities.

When It Comes To Race, Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate

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When It Comes To Race, Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate

March 3, 2019 • People with eating disorders are too often portrayed as white, skinny young women. One group is trying to spread the word that eating disorders affect people of every race, gender and body size.

When It Comes To Race, Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate

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