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Disparate Impact: How Colorblind Policies Exacerbate Black–White Health Inequities

This commentary uses illustrative examples in clinical practice, financing policies, and COVID-19 vaccination policies to show how policies designed to ensure that all persons are treated the same regardless of race may exacerbate inequities.

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  • Identify examples of colorblind policies that may exacerbate inequities.
  • Think about alternative policies and practices that could help to minimize inequities.
  • Identify potential unintended adverse consequences of the alternative policies and practices they proposed.

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