Perceived Interpersonal Racism and Incident Stroke Among US Black Women | Public Health | JAMA Network Open
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on November 12, 2023
QuestionÂ
Is perceived interpersonal racism associated with stroke risk?
FindingsÂ
In this cohort study of 48 375 US Black women, those who reported experiencing interpersonal racism in situations involving employment, housing, and the police had an estimated 38% increased risk of stroke compared with women who reported no such experiences.
MeaningÂ
These findings suggest that the high burden of racism experienced by Black US women may contribute to racial disparities in stroke incidence.
