Tag: african american
Large study on aggressive prostate cancer in African-American men
The largest coordinated research effort to study biological and non-biological factors associated with aggressive prostate cancer in African-American men has begun. The $26.5 million...
Stressful environments genetically affect African American boys
Stressful upbringings can leave imprints on the genes of children as young as age 9, according to a study led by Princeton University and...
White boys show highest prevalence of color blindness among preschoolers
African-Americans have lowest rate of color blindness among young males
The first major study of color blindness in a multi-ethnic group of preschoolers has uncovered...
Movies Show Black Police Officers Good For Entertainment Only
Depictions of African-American police officers in television and movies may have a real-world impact on police officers and the citizens that they serve, according...
American Bar Association awards lower ratings to women and minorities
For more than half a century, the American Bar Association has vetted the nation's judicial nominees, certifying candidates as "well qualified," "qualified," or "not...
Do Religious People Love Their Neighbors? Yes — Some Neighbors
Most religions teach their followers to "Love thy neighbor" -- including those of different races, nationalities or beliefs. But is religiousness really related to...
Racism May Accelerate Aging in African American Men
A new study reveals that racism may impact aging at the cellular level. Researchers found signs of accelerated aging in African American men, ages...
Half of black males, 40 percent of white males arrested by...
Nearly half of black males and almost 40 percent of white males in the U.S. are arrested by age 23, which can hurt their...
Study: Blacks happier at work than whites despite fewer friends, less...
Despite working in more routine and less autonomous jobs, having fewer close friends at work, and feeling less supported by their coworkers, blacks report...
Minorities have a more positive outlook when it comes to higher...
For Vanessa Gonzalez-Hernandez, a junior majoring in deaf studies, receiving a college degree is not just about education alone, it is also about making...
