Question I
African Americans experience significant health disparities within the health care system. With reference to the class notes, how you understand the term health disparities. In addition, demonstrate in concrete terms how African Americans experience significant health disparities.
Question II
America spends more of its national economy on health care than any other developed nation in the World! Yet, compared to most nations in the developed world, America's population appears to have a worse health status. How do know? And why is that the case?
Question III
The recent corona virus or COVID-19 pandemic has once again raised an interesting question about African Americans, and health disparities in America. With reference to the class notes, indicate why that is the case?
Question IV
The underlying causes of health disparities in America have been linked to the Social Determinants of Health (SDH). explain what is meant by the term "Social Determinants of Health." Do not copy the class notes for me!
Question V
Given your understanding of Social Determinants of Health (SDH), how do you relate that to the healthcare of the African American community?
Question VI
Using the story of Blacks and the health care system in Baltimore by Kevin Townsend, what can you tell me about life expectancy between the city's largely African American neighborhoods and its white neighborhoods. And how does that relate to you understanding of Social Determinants of Health (SDH)!
Question VII
Kevin Townsend makes the case that America's racist and segregationist history continues to harm black people in the most intimate of ways-seeping into their lungs, their blood, even their DNA. How does he prove his point, and do you find his arguments persuasive?
Question VIII
Research shows that dietary habits influence disease risk. While certain foods may trigger chronic health conditions, others offer strong medicinal and protective qualities. How has the changing food habits of African Americans as described by Townsend contributed to certain chronic health conditions.
Question IX
Education is seen as one of the most powerful drivers of wellness, from the lecture notes tell me why that is the case as it relates to the Black Community.'
Question X
Discuss how Kiara's adverse childhood experiences makes her a victim of America's health inequities.
Question XI
Using the story of Kiarra, describe how the environment conditions of the Black Community contributes to the health disparity faced by African Americans.