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Do Whites or Hispanics Live Longer? Understanding Longevity Factors

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Hispanic population in the U.S. generally exhibits a higher life expectancy than the non-Hispanic white population. Answering the question, "Do whites or Hispanics live longer?", reveals a complex public health issue known as the Hispanic Paradox.

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Understanding What Ethnicity Has the Most Alzheimer's: Disparities and Risk Factors

According to the Alzheimer's Association, older Black Americans are about twice as likely to have Alzheimer's or other dementias as older white Americans. Exploring **what ethnicity has the most Alzheimer's** reveals significant health and socioeconomic disparities, pointing to a complex issue far beyond simple genetics.

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Why do some races age faster? Understanding the social and biological factors

Recent studies using biological markers indicate that some racial and ethnic groups experience accelerated biological aging compared to others. The answer to the question, 'Why do some races age faster?' is not found in inherent racial differences, but rather in a complex interplay of systemic and environmental factors that disproportionately affect specific populations throughout their lifespan.

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Why do Latinos age slower? Exploring the Hispanic Paradox

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Latinos in the United States have a longer life expectancy than non-Hispanic whites. This phenomenon, known as the 'Hispanic paradox,' raises a compelling question: why do Latinos age slower and live longer, despite facing higher rates of certain health risks and socioeconomic challenges?

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