title: Perspectives on the status of elder blacks in America.
abstract: The purpose of this paper is to describe the daily existence of Black elders in America and to describe those factors which influence both the lifestyle and longevity of this group as well as some strategies for change. The author concludes with a challenging question for America.
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authors: Sayles-Cross
mesh_terms: D001741:Black or African American; D000368:Aged; D044383:Black People; D005260:Female; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006304:Health Status; D006801:Humans; D008019:Life Style; D008136:Longevity; D008297:Male; D012959:Socioeconomic Factors; D014481:United States