Record #:

29476

Author(s):

Gizlice, Ziya; Ngui, Emmanuel M.

Abstract:

This study examined the relationship between health status and perceived social treatment based on race among North Carolina adults. Using data from the North Carolina Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), the results show that racism is an important underlying determinant of health disparities and quality of life.

Source:

SCHS Studies (NoCar RA 407.4 N8 P48), Vol. Issue 144, Sep 2004, p1-12, bibl, f

Subject(s):

Health and race; Racism