Reproductive Injustice: Racism, Pregnancy, and Premature Birth
Reproductive Injustice: Racism, Pregnancy, and Premature Birth
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019272
Book • Nonfiction
United States • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Reproductive Injustice: Racism, Pregnancy, and Premature Birth by Dána-Ain Davis examines how systemic racism affects pregnancy outcomes for Black individuals, focusing on premature births. It explores the societal and healthcare structures contributing to these disparities, emphasizing the need for reform to address racial inequities in maternal health care.
Informative
Unnerving
Challenging
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Reproductive Injustice: Racism, Pregnancy, and Premature Birth by Dána-Ain Davis is praised for its insightful analysis of structural racism's impact on Black maternal health. Reviewers commend the rigorous research and compelling narratives. However, some note the density of academic language as a barrier. Overall, it is a thought-provoking and essential read on racial health disparities.
Who Should Read Reproductive Injustice: Racism, Pregnancy, and Premature Birth?
Readers interested in Reproductive Injustice are those passionate about racial justice, women's health, and systemic inequality. Comparable works include Killing the Black Body by Dorothy Roberts and Medical Apartheid by Harriet A. Washington, which similarly explore intersections of race and healthcare.
300 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
272
Book • Nonfiction
United States • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
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