Ethnic Minority Group Selected

The ethnic minority group I have selected is African Americans. African Americans are the second largest ethnic minority group in the United States, after Hispanic or Latino Americans. They make up about 13% of the US population.

Current Health Status

The current health status of African Americans is generally worse than that of the overall US population. They have higher rates of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer. They also have higher rates of infant mortality and maternal mortality.

How do race and ethnicity influence health for this group?

Race and ethnicity can influence health in a number of ways. For example, African Americans are more likely to live in poverty, which can lead to worse health outcomes. They are also more likely to be uninsured, which can make it difficult to access health care. Additionally, African Americans may face discrimination in the health care system, which can also lead to worse health outcomes.

What are the health disparities that exist for this group?

There are a number of health disparities that exist for African Americans. Some of the most significant disparities include:

• Heart disease: African Americans are twice as likely as white Americans to die from heart disease.
• Stroke: African Americans are twice as likely as white Americans to die from stroke.
• Diabetes: African Americans are twice as likely as white Americans to have diabetes.
• Cancer: African Americans are more likely to die from cancer than white Americans.
• Infant mortality: The infant mortality rate for African Americans is twice as high as the infant mortality rate for white Americans.
• Maternal mortality: The maternal mortality rate for African Americans is three times as high as the maternal mortality rate for white Americans.

What are the nutritional challenges for this group?

African Americans are more likely to be overweight or obese than white Americans. They are also more likely to have diet-related chronic diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

Barriers to health for this group resulting from culture, socioeconomics, education, and sociopolitical factors

There are a number of barriers to health for African Americans that result from culture, socioeconomics, education, and sociopolitical factors. Some of these barriers include:

• Lack of access to healthy foods: African Americans are more likely to live in food deserts, which are areas where there is limited access to healthy foods.
• Lack of access to health care: African Americans are more likely to be uninsured or underinsured, which can make it difficult to access health care.
• Discrimination in the health care system: African Americans may face discrimination in the health care system, which can make it difficult to get the care they need.
• Cultural beliefs and practices: Some cultural beliefs and practices may make it difficult for African Americans to adopt healthy behaviors. For example, some African Americans may believe that it is important to eat a lot of meat, even if it is unhealthy.
• Socioeconomic factors: Socioeconomic factors, such as poverty and unemployment, can make it difficult for African Americans to adopt healthy behaviors. For example, people who are living in poverty may not have the money to buy healthy foods.
• Education: Lack of education can make it difficult for African Americans to understand the importance of healthy behaviors. For example, people who do not have a high school diploma may not know how to read food labels or understand the importance of exercise.

What health promotion activities are often practiced by this group?

There are a number of health promotion activities that are often practiced by African Americans. Some of these activities include:

• Community-based programs: Community-based programs are often effective in promoting health among African Americans. These programs can provide education about healthy behaviors, as well as opportunities for physical activity and social support.
• Religious institutions: Religious institutions can also be a valuable resource for promoting health among African Americans. Many religious institutions offer health education programs, as well as opportunities for physical activity and social support.
• The media: The media can also be used to promote health among African Americans. For example, public service announcements can be used to educate African Americans about healthy behaviors.

One approach using the three levels of health promotion prevention (primary, secondary, and tertiary) that is likely to be the most effective in a care plan given the unique needs of the minority group you have selected

One approach using the three levels of health promotion prevention (primary, secondary, and tertiary) that is likely to be the most effective in a care plan given the unique needs of the African American population is a community-based approach. This approach would focus on providing education about healthy behaviors, as well as opportunities for physical activity and social support. The education would be tailored to the specific needs of the African American population, and it