Health disparities are unequal burdens of disease morbidity and mortality rates experienced by racial and ethnic groups that are often exacerbated by which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

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Healthy People 2020 defines a health disparity as "a particular type of health difference that is closely linked with social,economic,and/or environmental disadvantage." Poor access to health care is one social determinant of health that contributes to health disparities.

Health Disparities Are Unequal Burdens of Disease Morbidity and Mortality