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Black patients suffer higher rates of injury and infection in hospitals than white patients

Researchers found that the disparity persisted even at hospitals with a disproportionately large share of Black patients.

A new report by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation found that even when they are going to the same hospitals, Black patients are more likely to suffer illnesses or injuries tied to surgical procedures.
A new report by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation found that even when they are going to the same hospitals, Black patients are more likely to suffer illnesses or injuries tied to surgical procedures.Read moreDreamstime / MCT