Which statement regarding the health of diverse population groups is correct?

A. Rates of death related to smoking and alcohol are lower among American Indians than the general population.
B. Latinos tend to suffer from higher rates of suicide than the general population.
C. Compared with non-Hispanic whites, blacks and Hispanics are less likely to get appropriate medication for heart conditions.
D. Rates of diabetes and asthma are lower among Pacific Islanders than the general population.


Answer: C

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