The demographic profile of American Blacks reveals, inter alia, a phenomenal rise in longevity between 1900 and 1970. However, the longer life expectancy has not been correspondingly matched by healthier living. This bio-social paradox is, in large measure, attributable to a higher incidence of cardiovascular disorders and certain cancer sites among non-whites than whites. This racial differential is statistically correlated with black peoples' place of residence, work and dietary habits.
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