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How racism ages Black people

Explain It to Me

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The Impact of Weathering on Black Health

Exploring how chronic stress from racism can prematurely age Black individuals, leading to increased susceptibility to chronic diseases. Discussing physiological effects like cortisol levels, heart rate, and gene expression, as well as disparities in health outcomes among Black immigrants in the United States.

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