Racial Profiling in Healthcare

Racial profiling in healthcare refers to the practice where individuals receive different medical treatment or attention based on their race or ethnicity, rather than their actual health needs. This can lead to misdiagnoses, inadequate care, or delayed treatments for certain racial or ethnic groups. Such profiling often stems from biases and stereotypes, affecting the quality of care and trust in medical institutions. It highlights the need for equitable healthcare practices, emphasizing that everyone deserves fair treatment and access to appropriate medical services, regardless of their racial or ethnic background.