How we fail black patients in pain
Half of white medical trainees believe such myths as black people have thicker skin or less sensitive nerve endings than white people. An expert
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Resources
Understanding the history and impact race has on society can be overwhelming. Although some of the stories about race and racism took place many years ago, others have happened within our own lifetimes. The effects still linger to this day and can bring up feelings of pain and trauma. This page is meant to serve as a place for visitors to be connected to books, articles, videos, and other resources about race and how to talk about it. This will also be a place where new resources are added so be sure to check back for more!
NIH-supported study suggests alternative to race-based kidney function calculations
In a study supported by the National Institutes of Health, researchers propose changing a key measure in kidney disease diagnosis and treatment to eliminate
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International Dark-Sky Association
The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) is the recognized authority on light pollution and is the leading organization combating light pollution worldwide.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
The official website used by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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Who is Black? One Nation's Definition
James Davis is retired professor of sociology at Illinois State University. He is the author of numerous books, including 'Who is Black? One Nation's
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Confederate Statues Were Built To Further A 'White Supremacist Future'
This article discusses the history of the erection of Confederate monuments around the United States following calls for their removal.
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How a shifting definition of ‘white’ helped shape U.S. immigration policy
The definition of what it means to be a White person in the United States has changed just as rapidly as the population demographics.
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State Archives of North Carolina
The Division of Archives and Records is part of the Office of Archives and History and the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural
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RACE: Are We So Different?
This is the official website of the origional RACE: Are We So Different? exhibit that was developed by the American Anthropoligical Association and the
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American Anthropological Association
The American Anthropological Association is the world’s largest scholarly and professional organization of anthropologists. The Association is dedicated to advancing human understanding and applying
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Are We Automating Racism?
There is an assumption that tech is neutral, and we have turned to tech as a way to root out racism, sexism, or other
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