(1/4) This week’s #SundaySpotlight on #PublicHealth highlights a study in #PublicHealthReports that examines racial disparities in life expectancy in 4 states from 1969 to 2013:https://bit.ly/2PBbdZd
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(2/4) Cardiovascular disease was the largest contributor in late middle age, attributable to known risks such as smoking, obesity, and 
blood pressure & blood glucose.
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(3/4) Despite the progress made to combat these risk factors, much work remains to be done. While observed patterns demonstrate that the racial gap in life expectancy can be eliminated or reversed, progress has been differential across states.
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(4/4) Future research should estimate the effects of policy innovations and economic changes, the authors concluded. Learn about my
#CHEP initiative, which aims to correct unequal economic opportunities in our communities.https://bit.ly/2PWxAIJShow this thread
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