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Genetics May Explain Why Calcium Increases Risk for Prostate Cancer
September 16, 2011 — A new study suggests that a high intake of calcium can cause prostate cancer among African-American men who are genetically good absorbers of the ... > full story -
Black-White Marriages Increased Rapidly Since 1980, Study Finds
September 15, 2011 — A new study of interracial marriages in the United States since the 1980s suggests that the racial boundary between blacks and whites continues to break down -- but is not yet close to disappearing. ... > full story -
Genetics, Lifestyle Provide Clues to Racial Differences in Head and Neck Cancer
September 14, 2011 — Why are African Americans more likely than Caucasians to be not only diagnosed with head and neck cancer, but also die from the disease? While the answer isn't a simple one, differences in lifestyle, ... > full story -
Gender, Insurance Type Tied to HPV Infection in Laryngeal Cancer Patients
September 14, 2011 — The human papillomavirus (HPV) is more likely to be found in tumors of laryngeal cancer patients who are male and those with private health insurance, according to a new study from researchers at ... > full story -
Links Between Racial Discrimination, Stress and Health
September 14, 2011 — The consequences of psychological stress, resulting from racial discrimination, may contribute to racial health disparities in conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and other ... > full story -
Does Race Dictate Quality of Care?
September 13, 2011 — Racial minorities have reduced access to high-quality joint replacement care, according to new research. The study shows that African American patients are more likely than Caucasians to receive ... > full story -
Blacks Develop High Blood Pressure One Year Faster Than Whites, Study Finds
September 12, 2011 — Blacks at risk of having high blood pressure develop the condition one year before whites and have a 35 percent greater chance of progressing from pre-hypertension to high blood pressure, according ... > full story -
White House's Childhood Obesity Task Force Must Focus on Providing Treatment for Minority Children, Experts Argue
September 8, 2011 — To achieve the goals laid out by the White House's Childhood Obesity Task Force, researchers concluded that a shared emphasis on both obesity prevention and treatment strategies is required. ... > full story -
White Favoritism by Major League Home Plate Umps Lowers Minority Pitcher Performance and Pay, Baseball Study Finds
September 7, 2011 — Racial/ethnic bias by home plate umpires lowers the performance of Major League's minority pitchers, diminishing their pay compared to white pitchers, a new study finds. A researcher says analysis of ... > full story -
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Unconscious Race and Social Bias Among Medical Students: Study Examines Prevalence
September 6, 2011 — A majority of first-year medical students at a single medical school who were surveyed regarding race and social class preferences had scores consistent with an unconscious preference towards white ... > full story
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