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Key Points Question What share of the longevity gap that exists between Black and White individuals in the US is explained by differences in wealth, and to what extent might… Click to show full abstract
Key Points Question What share of the longevity gap that exists between Black and White individuals in the US is explained by differences in wealth, and to what extent might reparations payments to Black individuals close this gap? Findings In this cohort study of 7339 Black and 26 162 White middle-aged US adults, differences in survival were largely mediated by differences in household wealth. Simulations suggested that reparations payments aimed at closing the wealth gap between Black and White individuals could markedly reduce racial inequities in longevity. Meaning These findings suggest that reparations payments may be an effective strategy to reduce racial inequities in longevity.
Journal Title: JAMA Network Open
Year Published: 2022
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