Describe 5 Different Social and Environmental Factors That Result in African

question 30

Essay

Describe 5 different social and environmental factors that result in African American men having a shorter life expectancy than Caucasian men.

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Definitions:

Stool Softener

A medication designed to increase moisture in the stool to ease its passage.

Treadmill

An exercise machine with a continuously moving belt, allowing a person to walk or run in place.

Shortness of Breath

The sensation of uncomfortable, difficult, or labored breathing.

Muscles

Tissues in the body that have the ability to contract, enabling movement and force.