Identity and Health in the Narratives of People of Mixed Race

Identity and Health in the Narratives of People of Mixed Race

Center for the Advancement of Health Disparities Research
2nd Annual Teach-In: Health Disparities Awareness
2004-05-21

Cathy J. Tashiro, PhD, MPH, RN
Nursing Program
University of Washington, Tacoma

Why Study People of Mixed Race?

  • A rapidly growing part of the population
  • Seldom acknowledged in studies, though this is improving with new census rules.
  • Represent a challenge to existing constructions of race.
  • Recent study showed increased health and behavioral risk factors for mixed adolescents. (Udry, et al, AJPH, November 2003)

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