Understanding Racial Disparities in COVID-19

Which racial group in the U.S. has a COVID-19 death rate roughly double their population share?

• White

• Black

• Latino

• Asian

What is an example of a disease with a genetic component that is more common in certain groups?

• Asthma

• Hypertension

• Sickle cell anemia

• Diabetes

What are alleles?

• Different types of cells

• Different species of genes

• Different expressions of a gene

• Different chromosomes

What percentage of DNA do humans share with each other?

• 95%

• 90%

• 85%

• 99.9%

What is a key takeaway about the relationship between race and genetics?

• Race is a strong genetic determinant

• Race is linked to specific diseases

• Race has no distinct genetic identity

• Race determines intelligence

What is a major factor contributing to racial health disparities in the U.S.?

• Dietary habits

• Social determinants

• Genetic differences

• Climate

What is a significant social determinant of health mentioned in the video?

• Exercise habits

• Genetic predisposition

• Dietary preferences

• Access to healthcare

Why is diversity important in medical research and trials?

• To increase the number of participants

• To speed up the research process

• To ensure representation and address mistrust

• To reduce costs

What historical factors contribute to current racial disparities in health?

• Globalization

• Urbanization

• Slavery and colonialism

• Technological advancements

Which countries, besides the U.S., show racial disparities in COVID-19 impacts?

• Australia and Japan

• U.K. and Brazil

• India and China

• Canada and Mexico