EFOC: “Is This Happening To Me Because I’m Black?” Combating The Public Health Crisis Of Racism

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By Melissa Noel ·Updated July 6, 2023

NEW ORLEANS – Conversations about the effects of racism generally center on how it impacts issues like job status, wealth building and homeownership. But more recently, there has been more attention paid to the impact of racism on the health of Black people. 

“Racism, both systemic and interpersonal, is a major contributor to health inequities, disparities, and disease. The impact of these

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