No significant change seen in overdose death rates overall from 2018 to 2019, but rate increased among non-Hispanic Blacks
Children from families with lower income and those from minority racial/ethnic groups also most likely to have COVID-19-related school closures
Biggest increases seen among Black, Hispanic individuals, although they were less likely to be living alone
Race appears to be an important social determinant
Women disproportionately excluded in minimum hours requirement; tenure requirement excludes Blacks, indigenous, multiracial workers
But authors say transparent information from public officials is needed to overcome persistent vaccine skepticism
More Black and Hispanic adults than White adults report subjective cognitive decline at age 45 to 54 years
African American, Hispanic American race/ethnicity associated with greater disability, symptom severity in multiple sclerosis
Factors that contribute to disparities include racism, socioeconomic status and insurance status, geographic disparities