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Race and Health Care
Culture
A settlement in the Henrietta Lacks lawsuit is welcome, but we’re a long way from fairness
Medical malpractice against Black people is still too prevalent
Culture
More African Americans say they’ll take the coronavirus vaccine, new survey finds
KFF poll finds 62% of Black people say they’ll get vaccinated, up sharply from the number in September
Culture
Black Americans overwhelmingly say unconscious bias is a major barrier in their lives
After a summer of protest, a poll shows large gaps between attitudes of Black and white people over bias and discrimination
Culture
COVID-19 unveils an America that always sees itself in Black and white
New poll finds most Black people believe the government would have taken stronger action if more white people were dying
Culture
New poll shows how the pandemic has devastated Black families
Half of Black women with children struggle to pay for basic necessities
Culture
New poll shows Black Americans put far less trust in doctors and hospitals than white people
Many report health care providers didn’t believe them and denied tests and treatment
Culture
Half of Black adults say they won’t take a coronavirus vaccine
New poll finds that even those planning to get a shot are worried early versions won’t be safe
Culture
New poll shows Black Americans see a racist health care system setting the stage for pandemic’s impact
Even as they lose family members and jobs, most are reluctant to try a vaccine