Medicine
Social Determinants of Trust in Public Health Institutions
Quick fact
The Tuskegee Syphilis Study, where Black men were denied treatment for decades, is cited as a major reason for persistent medical mistrust among African Americans, illustrating how a single historical injustice can shape trust for generations.
Why this is interesting
Why do some communities readily line up for vaccines, while others stay away – even when the risks of disease are high? The answer may have less to do with the vaccine itself and more with the history and structure of our society.