Racism keeps black people awake: Northwestern scholar

Racism is making it harder for black people to sleep, according to one Northwestern University medical professor.

CBS News recently highlighted Dr. Mercedes Carnethon’s statement that racism is behind the problems some black people have with sleeping.

“Growing evidence shows the lasting impacts of racism have put certain groups in a position to have a tougher time getting a full night’s sleep,” CBS News reported on Feb. 22. “Experts argue that puts them at higher risk for greater health problems.”