affected by disparities, including residents of rural areas,
women, children, individuals of differing sexual orientations or gender identity, the
elderly, persons with disabilities, individuals of various religious beliefs, residents of
diverse geographical areas, and persons with lower levels of socioeconomic status,
among others. Indeed, many of the characteristics that have been linked historically
to discrimination are now known to influence one’s health status (U.S. Department
of Health and…
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