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African Americans are at a high risk for serious health problems, including cancer, diabetes, and hypertension. Several studies show a direct connection between poor health and the problem of underemployment or unemployment among African Americans. One-third of the black population is financially strapped, with an income at or below the poverty level. Illnesses brought on by an improper diet or substandard living conditions are often compounded by a lack of quality medical care—largely a result of inadequate health insurance coverage.
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Several previous studies have shown that compared to whites, African Americans have an increased risk for LVH. However, the earlier studies did not consider differences in body composition, Drazner said. They ... did not evaluate the heart with cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which Drazner said is the most accurate test for evaluating heart size.
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The study is the first of its kind to examine the employment of African Americans, Hispanics, and women in the construction field in mostly Midwestern and Northeastern cities that have seen most industrial jobs disappear. Much as manufacturing jobs once did, construction jobs offer a chance for pay significantly higher than minimum wage for workers without a college degree. The national average is over $19.00 an hour.
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Internet penetration among urban African Americans could grow from 45% to 62%, according to the new "FOCUS: African-America" study by Horowitz Associates. The study ... projects strong growth in high-speed Internet penetration in this segment, from the current 28% to 46%.
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Support for Small Businesses - The American Health Choices Plan recognizes the important role small businesses play in generating new jobs, particularly among African Americans. Small businesses have created 80% of new jobs since 1990. Between 1997 and 2004, the number of small businesses owned by African American women grew by 33% and employment at those firms grew by 50%. The number owned by African American men rose 29% between 1997 and 2002, according to a study by the Small Business Administration. Yet because small businesses employ fewer people and have less purchasing power, health insurance tends to be more expensive for small businesses and fewer are able to make this benefit available. Under this plan, small businesses who provide high quality health insurance will receive a significant tax credit (e.g.
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WASHINGTON, May 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Recent studies show that despite a significant increase in net worth among African Americans, this group directs a smaller portion of its income to long-term investments than other groups with similar incomes. As a result, many cannot reach their retirement and college savings goals. The primary reason African Americans cite for not investing is lack of knowledge.
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