2021 PLOS ONE study shows US homicide rates widen life expectancy gap between Black and White men, particularly in urban areas.

A recent study in PLOS ONE reveals homicide rates significantly contribute to the life expectancy gap between Black and White men in the US, exacerbated by the pandemic. Black men experienced an average reduction of 2.2 years in life expectancy. Homicides in urban areas are a major factor, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and policies to improve the well-being of Black men.

August 21, 2024
7 Articles