James Y Nazroo, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
Published online: March 2008
DOI: 10.1002/9780470015902.a0005858.pub2
The patterning of ethnic inequalities in health is complex, as are possible explanations for the inequalities. Empirical evidence suggests that social inequalities are more relevant than genetic differences.
Keywords: race; ethnicity; inequalities in health; social context
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