EP152 Discrimination's Hidden Public Health Toll with Dr. Adolfo Cuevas
Description
In this episode we speak with Dr. Adolfo Cuevas about the hidden health crisis caused by everyday racism and chronic stress. Dr. Cuevas is a leading expert on discrimination and public health, an Assistant Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences at NYU GPH. Drawing from his groundbreaking NIH-funded research, Dr. Cuevas reveals how discrimination accelerates aging, fuels obesity, and leads to chronic diseases like hypertension. He breaks down the science behind how racism gets under the skin and shares actionable strategies for addressing racial health disparities. Join us to learn about the silent dangers of discrimination and the path toward a healthier, more equitable society.
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