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Kevin Thomas, MD: All of the above. African Americans are at higher risk for many of the conditions above and also diabetes mellitus, obesity, renal disease, and the list goes on. African Americans are also plagued by heath care disparities that manifest as lack of access to heath care providers, no insurance, less likely to receive care by subspecialists, and to receive the latest, newest medications and procedures. These disparities lead to worse health outcomes. That being said, there are opportunities for African Americans to improve their health by exercising more, improving eating habits, and focusing on a healthy lifestyle.
Date: 11 Aug 2008
Given in this interview: The Disparity of Care in SCA
