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#908 Joanna Malinowska: Race and Ethnicity in Science and Medicine, and Human-Robot Interactions

The Dissenter

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Exploring the Complexity of Race, Genetics, and Health Disparities

The chapter delves into the intricate relationship between race, genetics, and health outcomes, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of the impact of racial discrimination. It discusses the limitations of using simplistic racial labels in scientific research and medical assessments, highlighting the influence of socio-economic factors and historical traumas in creating health disparities. The conversation underscores the importance of focusing on specific factors like skin color and socio-economic status rather than broad categories like race in studying health differences.

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