Hair as a Social Determinant of Health

Hair is perceived as a sociocultural barrier to physical activity among a group that is disproportionately affected by obesity, overweight, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease. Culturally relevant research and subsequent interventions and programs are needed to prevent urban black adolescent girls from becoming inactive, obese adults.

In this webinar, Dr. Obrien-Richardson explores hair as a social determinant of health among black adolescent girls.