There is 'overwhelming' evidence of poor outcomes for ethnic minority groups.
The review also found "strong evidence" of "clear, very large and persisting ethnic inequalities" in psychiatric wards, with higher rates of compulsory admission among minority groups.
In maternity services, the researchers found evidence of negative interactions, stereotyping, disrespect, discrimination and cultural insensitivity, leading to some ethnic minority women feeling "unwelcome, and poorly cared for". Babies sometimes get a yellowing of the skin and eyes - known as newborn jaundice - caused by too much bilirubin in their blood. This usually resolves but some need treatment.
Dr Dharmi Kapadia, a University of Manchester sociology lecturer and the study's lead author, said: "The evidence on the poor healthcare outcomes for many ethnic minority groups across a range of services is overwhelming, and convincing.The report also looked at inequalities within the NHS workforce. It found that there was evidence of an ethnic pay gap affecting black, Asian, and mixed groups, and to a lesser extent, ethnic Chinese staff.
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