Weathering, a theory that the stress of racism has biological effects on black people, could be a cause behind black maternal mortality rates. Skip to main content Open Navigation Menu ...

Despite his skepticism regarding its ability to be measured, Dr. Kaestner described weathering as “intuitive,” “plausible” and “consistent with biological processes.” ...

Imagine for a moment that you’re a very silly 22-year-old driving through Florida sometime around 2009. You’re speeding down a road called Alligator Alley at approximately 92 miles an hour ...