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Racial discrimination was measured through self-reported experiences of being treated differently based on race. The relationship between racial discrimination and multimorbidity was investigated using negative binomial regression models, adjusting for socioeconomic factors and behaviours (smoking, alcohol consumption, and physical activity).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The analysis revealed a significant association between experience of racial discrimination and multimorbidity (Rate Ratio [RR]\u2009=\u20091.13; 95% Confidence Interval [CI]: 1.05\u20131.21). Lower income and education levels were also significantly associated with higher multimorbidity risk, however no evidence of discrimination experience partially mediating the association.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Understanding the impact of racial discrimination on multimorbidity highlights the importance of addressing social determinants of health. 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