Unraveling the Origins of Race-Based Medical Disparities

The chapter delves into the historical origins of statistics related to medical disparities among individuals of African descent, revealing how outdated and flawed research has led to harmful generalizations. It emphasizes the need to consider the social context of medical studies and highlights the shift from race as a biological fact to a more nuanced understanding. The narrative stresses the importance of acknowledging societal factors over genetic attributions in addressing health disparities.