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Association between social determinants of health and asthma in US: a cross-sectional study from NHANES 2001-2012.
June 9, 2026 · The Journal of asthma : official journal of the Association for the Care of Asthma
Key takeaway
This study found that things like job status, income, and access to healthcare strongly affect asthma in our community. When Black adults face many of these challenges, their risk of asthma goes up significantly. This means addressing social issues is key to improving our health.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in respiratory helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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