The distinct impacts of race and genetic ancestry on health COMMENT

Genetic ancestry affects human health, but this is distinct from the impact of race, a social construct that has its foundations in systemic racism. These terms need to be better defined and understood in medical research to achieve health equity.

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Genetic ancestry has an impact on human health, but it differs from the influence of race, which is a social construct rooted in systemic racism. Better defining and understanding these terms in medical research is crucial for achieving health equity.