What Racism Has to Do with It: Understanding and Reducing Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Youth of Color
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are high in populations of color compared to Whites. High-risk sexual behaviors are widely viewed as the key contributors to the levels of STDs, especially in adolescents and young adults. This article situates the sexual risk behaviors of Black, Indigenous, and...
Main Authors: | Marie-Claire Boutrin, David R. Williams |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-06-01
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Series: | Healthcare |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/9/6/673 |
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