Physical Abuse: Improving Bruise Detection for People of Color Is Key …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>>
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Bruises and other physical abuse signs can be difficult to identify on dark skin tones, making it harder for people of color to access care and legal support. Research into new detection tools may help address these disparities.
In medical settings, bruises are typically identified by natural light or using white light technology. However, both of these methods can often fail to detect trauma to brown and black skin.
New studies suggest that an alternate light source (ALS)…
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