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Book Synopsis: Black people and people with disabilities in the United States are distinctively disadvantaged in their encounters with the health care system. These groups also share harsh histories of medical experimentation, eugenic sterilizations, and health care discrimination. Yet the similarities in inequities experienced by Black people and disabled people and the harms endured by people who are both Black and disabled have been largely unexplored. To fill this gap, Embodied Injustice uses an interdisciplinary approach, weaving health research with social science, critical approaches, and personal stories to portray the devastating effects of health injustice in America. Author Mary Crossley takes stock of the sometimes-vexed relationship between racial justice and disability rights advocates and interrogates how higher disability prevalence among Black Americans reflects unjust social structures. By suggesting reforms to advance health equity for disabled people, Black people, and disabled Black people, this book lays a crucial foundation for intersectional, cross-movement advocacy to advance health justice in America.
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Discover the powerful insights and untold stories within the pages of Embodied Injustice. This groundbreaking book confronts the harsh realities of the health care system faced by Black people and those with disabilities in the United States. Unraveling the deeply rooted history of medical experimentation, eugenic sterilizations, and discrimination, author Mary Crossley sheds light on the shared experiences and injustices endured by these communities.
Embodied Injustice goes beyond conventional research, blending the worlds of health and social sciences to present a compelling narrative. By delving into personal stories and employing critical analysis, this interdisciplinary approach offers a comprehensive view of the devastating impact of health inequity in America. Crossley tirelessly examines the intricate relationship between racial justice and disability rights advocates, unearthing the underlying social structures perpetuating disparities.
With a clear vision for reform, Embodied Injustice proposes actionable steps to achieve health equity for disabled individuals, Black communities, and those facing intersecting identities. This vital work sets the stage for intersectional, cross-movement advocacy aimed at transforming the landscape of health justice in our nation.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to enrich your understanding and contribute to the pursuit of social change. Join the movement for health justice today by ordering your copy of Embodied Injustice!
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