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Health and Race, 2007.
A discussion on the disparities in healthcare provided to different races in America.
808 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 41.95
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The paper examines how there is bias in medical treatment between blacks and whites, as much as the health profession might not care to admit it. The four articles discussed in the paper look at this disparity and why it exists. The paper discusses how, as more health care professionals begin to understand the disparity of health care between the races, more studies have been conducted to discover these racial differences. The paper further examines how, while we know that there is a disparity between black and white life expectancy, we do not know what class (such as income, work, or education) has to do with this disparity.
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"There is a tendency to treat race and class as the same thing, and attribute racial differences in health care to biological differences between blacks and whites. In the 1850s, for example, many people believed blacks were inferior to whites in just about all areas. This idea is antiquated now. The ideas many of these studies about black and white medical differences, and how they were conducted, may seem antiquated one hundred years from now, too, due to the exclusion of class in the studies."
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Race, Stress and Health, 2008.
This paper discusses racial discrimination and stress as it relates to cardiovascular disease.
1,583 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 26 sources, APA, AU$ 75.95
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In this article, the writer relates that ample empirical evidence exists to demonstrate that a patient's physiological status is impacted by his or her ethnicity. The writer notes that this suggests that there are genetic predispositions towards specific outcomes, where the physiological status of the individual is in some manner influenced by his or her genetic heritage. The writer points out that studies of ethnicity in health care have at times been linked to racial inequality, particularly discrimination based upon race or socio-economic status. This is especially relevant in respect to minorities who historically are less able to access health care than whites within the United States. The writer maintains that in order to improve the health of minority communities, it is necessary to engage in a study in which African-American males with cardiovascular illness are surveyed and assessed according to their perceptions of exposure to discrimination. This process will help to validate efforts to improve the quality of preventative care provided, as well as increase access to health care. The paper includes sample questions for a survey.
Outline:
Literature Review
Problem Statement
Hypotheses
Methodology
Discussion of Meaning and Implication of Findings
Conclusion
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"This occurs both within the domains of physical and mental health, but for different reasons. The data on minorities and health care indicates that it is cost-prohibitive for many persons in African-American and Latino communities to require adequate care, and that the minority is statistically more likely to receive health care only during emergencies: routine health care, such as examinations, is beyond the economic reach of more than forty percent of all minorities. This number increases to sixty-five percent or more in urban settings in which a larger number of the population is less likely to have access to health insurance. Mental health care is even less accessible; while minorities will seek out emergency care if they perceive an immediate need, one's psychological health is usually not immediately apparent and a person affected with mental health problems is less likely to have aid forced upon them by others."
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"Race and Mixed Race", 2002.
An examination Ranier Spencer's "Race and Mixed Race" which denies the concept of race.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, AU$ 51.95
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This essay reviews Ranier Spencer's essay on "Race and Mixed Race." Spencer argues that there is actually no such thing as race, since so many identities and racial mixtures exist within each person. The essay argues that Spencer makes a legitimate point, but that his contention ultimately ignores what can actually be done about racism.
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R. Hofrichter's "Health and Social Justice", 2007.
This paper reviews R. Hofrichter's "Health and Social Justice", which relates that health inequalities have their source in widespread social, economic and political forces that are linked with gender, race, class, and social justice.
1,225 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 1 source, APA, AU$ 60.95
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This paper relates that R. Hofrichter's in his 2003 book "Health and Social Justice" contends that health inequalities originate in social determinants of the world order and policies that promote inequity. The author points out that gender, race, and class are important because of the structured hierarchies in society that determine people's life chances and the opportunities they will experience. The paper contends that gender, class and racial discrimination are embedded in all social institutions and in all aspects of life. The author stresses that health inequalities are not inevitable but are the result of preventable, avoidable, systemic conditions and policies based on imbalances in political power as exemplified in the United States, which has an atrocious record of population health.
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"The Alma Ata declared that health for all would be possible. However, globalization was about to gain momentum. The Ottawa Charter for Health promotion identified the "prerequisites of health as peace, shelter, education, food, income, a stable ecosystem, sustainable resources, social justice, and equity." The Adelaide Recommendations observed that healthy public policy is marked by an explicit concern for health and equity in all areas of policy. The Sundsvall Statement fits with the goals of health for all, and calls for a supportive environment to bring about equity and social justice."
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Health Promotion, 2008.
This paper examines the factors that determine health and associations that promote health for the total population.
2,460 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 12 sources, APA, AU$ 108.95
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This paper explains that the social determinants of health are the mediating processes between the economic and social conditions in a society that influence whether people stay healthy or become ill. The author reviews the social determinants of health: poverty, class, gender, race, ethnicity and the weakening of working class power. The paper relates that the materialist, neo-materialist and the social comparison approaches have been developed to explain how political, economic and social forces shape health and health inequalities. The author explores the work of several health promotion organizations that believe that health is a fundamental human right.The paper underscores that the attainment of the highest possible level of health is a most important world-wide goal, which requires the action of many other social and economic sectors to support community groups that do not have the resources needed to ensure their health
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"Advocates also need to focus on primary health care since it is based in economic conditions as well as the political and sociocultural features of an area. Primary health care is fully based on the determinants of health such as education, proper nutrition, adequate water and basic sanitation, child health care, and prevention and control over disease. Governments should be lobbied so that they implement national policies and strategies to develop and maintain primary care as one aspect of the national health system."
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Cornel West's "Race Matters", 2004.
An analysis of Professor Cornel West's treatise on modern-day American race relations, "Race Matters".
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 92.95
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This paper discusses how the notion of nihilism, proposed by Cornel West in "Race Matters", relates to black male students in middle grades. The paper looks at relevant topics discussed by West including affirmative action, black sexuality and the crisis in black leadership.
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"Professor Cornel West, in his treatise on modern-day American race relations, entitled "Race Matters", addresses a number of issues of importance to black America. Covering a range of topics including affirmative action, black sexuality and the crisis in black leadership, West's discussion presents a gloomy assessment of efforts within recent decades to overcome institutional obstacles to black achievement, such as the legacy of slavery and the persistence of white racism. West's first chapter introduces his theory of nihilism in contemporary African American life and how this malaise of the..."
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Franz Boas Views on Race, 2001.
Discusses his research & changing anthropological ideas re: meaning of race. Relationship of race to biology. His legacy of modern anthropology.
3,375 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 7 sources, AU$ 174.95
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"Race is one of the most bedeviling of anthropological characteristics. The concept, with the barest tips of its roots in biological and the rest of the plant firmly grafted to cultural and sociological ideals, is one of the first concepts that anthropologists dealt with vigorously in terms of the history of the profession and both helped establish it as a discipline in its own right (distinct from history, political economy, philosophy, comparative religion and ethics) and has kept it from being entirely assimilated into the post-colonial mindset. Like the poor for the rest of humanity, the idea of race ? for both good and ill ? seems always to be with the anthropologist.
This paper examines the views and research on race held and performed by Franz Boas, one of the preeminent members of the ..."
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Steeplechase Racing, 2002.
Examines the history of steeplechase racing, a form of horse racing, in England.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 9 sources, AU$ 130.95
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While it can be argued that gambling and racing are inextricably linked, this paper will argue that horse racing, especially professional steeplechasing, has made a distinct move away from its roots as a sport. Looking at the historical development and geographic expansion of steeplechase in England, it will be clear in the final analysis that modern steeplechase is a far cry from its origins, which were closely linked to a horse's prowess in "the hunt". Its declining popularity with the masses, especially relative to point-to-point amateur racing, suggest that its attempt to modernize has not been successful, and spectators and speculators alike are all eager to get back in touch with real racing. What the future holds for professional steeplechase racing in Britain is, thus, a matter of speculation; but, consistent with the wagering nature of the sport, this paper will close with the bid that it has passed its prime.
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The Social Aspects of Race, 2007.
Examines the social aspects of race through the writings of Alain Locke in his essay "The Concept of Race as Applied to Social Culture" and Ralph Ellison in his novel "Invisible Man".
1,660 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 78.95
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This paper looks at how Alan Locke's essay "The Concept of Race as Applie to Social Culture" and Ralph Ellison's novel "Invisible Man", show us that race is not only the biological difference between people, but is a socially constructed concept as well. The paper concludes that we can see the social aspect of race through people's interactions with others, through cultural traditions, as well as through racism and stereotypes.
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"Like these other groups, race can be subject to subjective views about what makes an individual part of that group. As Locke says, race is "properly analyzed on the basis of conformity to or variance from culture type." Race as a social structure can only be judged in varying amounts relative to the race culture. This idea is wide spread today with individuals having to cultivate an image that is, for example, 'black enough' or 'not too Hispanic.' It is not uncommon to hear someone be put down for acting out of character for their racial stereotypes."
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Race and Racism Today, 2008.
An analysis of the issues of race and their perception in America.
2,072 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 95.95
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The paper identifies and analyzes how the concept of race has changed within America over the past fifty years. The paper discusses the American Civil Rights Movement, the introduction of Affirmative Action and the issue of political correctness. The paper shows how the redefinition process has reduced racism between whites and minorities, but racism between these groups still exists in different ways today. The paper predicts that that these conditions will probably persist into the next fifty years as well.
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Introduction
Race and the Civil Rights Movements
Race and Affirmative Action
Race and Political Correctness
The Modern Understanding of Race
Race in the Next Fifty Years
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"Awareness of race and racial issues is not racism, but in the modern era it is extremely difficult to distinguish between these concepts. The perception of race and racial awareness within the United States has transformed dramatically over the past five decades, where resistance to racial integration initially framed racial issues, but integration and diversity awareness resulted in gradual acceptance of persons of diverse races and a purposeful elimination of racism (Healy, 2004). Landmark events such as the Civil Rights movement helped characterize tolerance and equality as the rights of every American citizen, thus promoting awareness of race; barriers between races in terms of social, cultural, and economic status; and the opportunities that could result from a racially diverse nation (Tatum, 1992; Darder & Torres, 2004))."
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Health System and (In)Justice, 2006.
A review of the inequalities and the injustice present in the U.S. health system.
1,058 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 54.95
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This paper takes a look at the U.S. health policies and institutions, intended to treat the sick, take care of the people with disabilities and support the senior citizens. According to the paper, access to the health system is sometimes guaranteed for all citizens, and other times it depends on the contribution made to the health funds. The paper discusses how the quality of health services differ from person to person, depending on their socio-economic status and their personal features (such as race or sex).
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"Still, it is more than attitude involved here. The situations can be extremely varied, depending on many factors, from one place to another. In third world countries (and if we only think about the genital mutilation practices still existing in some African countries), or in places where the role of women is of little importance, or where the education is scarce, or where the resources are limited - to discuss about inequalities in health here would be almost redundant, since inequality is part of every aspect of life. Nonetheless, the health system is filled with injustices even in the developed countries, where, for example, the life expectancy is shortened by socioeconomic disadvantages. "
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Women's Health among Marginalized Populations, 2005.
A discussion on women's health in the poor immigrant and aboriginal populations.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 51.95
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The paper examines how women's health is a subject which, as many commentators have noted, is often complicated by factors such as class, race, and culture. In this analysis the development and delivery of health care to women considers the roles played by these factors in our contemporary health care system. The two articles compared and contrasted here focus on the perceptions of health care among two traditionally marginalized female populations: poor immigrant women and poor aboriginal women.
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Reconstruction Period And Race Relations, 2002.
Discusses race relations during the Reconstruction period in the U.S. and takes a look at their lasting impact on race relations today.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This paper discusses the issue of race relations during the Reconstruction period with reference to the book "A short History of Reconstruction" by Eric Foner. Reconstruction was the time immediately after the Civil war that showed the deep and sharp racial division that existed in the American society and the author is of the view that many of the race-related problems that still persist in the country have their roots in the Reconstruction period.
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Health and Culture, 2006.
A look at the cultural factors that affect women's health and the healing process they experience.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 103.95
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This paper discusses interviews of women, conducted by the writer, which deal with a woman's experience of health and healing and how that experience is unique to each individual. The paper explains that the experience depends on factors such as race, class and most especially culture. The paper also explains that women's health issues are situated in culture and in the context of determinants of health such as equity and social justice.
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Political Race Relations, 2007.
This paper compares antebellum race political issues in the US with
contemporary race political problems.
1,110 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, AU$ 56.95
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This paper explains that race political issues, between pre-Civil War times in the US and now, have become even more exacerbated and divisive and have left the country even more splintered, with one group pitted against another. The author points out that one key difference between then and now is that the antebellum racial discordance focused mainly on "black versus white"; whereas, today there are more minority groups. The paper relates that the roots of the many lingering challenges African-Americans face today can be traced not only to the original wording of the United States Constitution but also to early, strictly enforced laws against literacy for slaves and to historical disagreements among leading black educators themselves.
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"In the 1850's, Justice Roger B. Taney of the United States Supreme Court, in his celebrated Dred Scott decision, argued that the foundation of the American state had not included the Negro as a participating element, or as beneficiary of its privileges . Justice Taney's argument was in essence overruled by the events of the Civil War itself; since then blacks have been considered, legally and morally at least, equal American citizens. However, educational equality for blacks, due in part, perhaps, to the subjective, often subtle, even unconscious nature of racial discrimination itself ..."
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Race Relations, 2006.
This paper discusses the social and political contexts of race in British North America, the early U.S., in French St. Dominique and Haiti.
1,312 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 65.95
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In this article, the writer examines the social and political contexts of race. This paper discusses the impacts of race and racism on society and politics within multiple colonies including in British North America, the early Americas, in French Saint Dominique and Haiti. Specifically the paper analyzes and confirms how race stimulated and maintained a turbulent and disjointed political and social environment during early history and how race was used to define various groups' worth, rights and abilities in early history. The writer discusses that race played a vital role in the shaping of the social and political structure that still exists in many areas of the United States today.
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Introduction
Analysis of Race Relations Early History
Conclusions
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"In the early United States those of European descent were primarily considered white or Caucasian, and anyone of there contrasting color whether black, brown, red or yellow were widely referred to as members of other races. During the time of colonization black generally came to refer to those of African ancestry and brown was often delegated to Hispanics; red clearly referred to native Americans while yellow referred primarily to those of Asian descent. Race played an important role from a social and political context in early U.S. history, where members of the Caucasian race or primarily of European descent were afforded more luxuries, benefits and acceptance than those of other races. Those not clearly of Caucasian descent even if lighter skinned were often relegated to a certain racial heritage even if mixed."
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