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Jain, Snigdha; Bey, Ganga S.; Forrester, Sarah N.; Rahman-Filipiak, Annalise; Thompson Gonzalez, Nicole; Petrovsky, Darina V.; Kritchevsky, Stephen B.; & Brinkley, Tina E. (2024). Aging, Race, and Health Disparities: Recommendations from the Research Centers Collaborative Network. J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci.

Abstract

Racial disparities in adverse health outcomes with aging have been well described. Yet, much of the research focuses on racial comparisons, with relatively less attention to the identification of underlying mechanisms. To address these gaps, the Research Centers Collaborative Network held a workshop on aging, race, and health disparities to identify research priorities and inform the investigation, implementation, and dissemination of strategies to mitigate disparities in healthy aging. This article provides a summary of the key recommendations and highlights the need for research that builds a strong evidence base with both clinical and policy implications. Successful execution of these recommendations will require a concerted effort to increase participation of underrepresented groups in research through community engagement and partnerships. In addition, resources to support and promote the training and development of health disparities researchers will be critical in making health equity a shared responsibility for all major stakeholders.

URL

http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geronb/gbae028

Reference Type

Journal Article

Year Published

2024

Journal Title

J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci

Author(s)

Jain, Snigdha
Bey, Ganga S.
Forrester, Sarah N.
Rahman-Filipiak, Annalise
Thompson Gonzalez, Nicole
Petrovsky, Darina V.
Kritchevsky, Stephen B.
Brinkley, Tina E.