Black individuals in the United States are less likely to use medication to prevent HIV (pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP) than White individuals and are significantly more likely to receive a new HIV diagnosis. Because of America's long history of unethical medical and research practices and ongoing prejudice and bias, Black Americans have mistrust towards the medical community. This distrust, along with the social determinants of health, leads to low participation in health care.
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