Black Americans Still Suffer Worse Health. Here’s Why There’s So Little Progress
October 28, 2024
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14 min
The article discusses the healthcare disparities faced by African Americans, particularly in South Carolina, due to racism and institutionalized barriers leading to significant health inequities. It highlights the impact of untreated racial and ethnic inequities, as well as discriminatory policies and historical injustices that have perpetuated health disparities. The lack of Medicaid expansion is identified as a key factor contributing to these disparities, with the article emphasizing the urgent need for systemic change to address racial health disparities and ensure equitable access to quality healthcare.
1. African American healthcare disparities in South Carolina are exacerbated by institutionalized racism and lack of Medicaid expansion. 2. Racial and ethnic inequities in healthcare persist, leading to significant health disparities. 3. Medicaid expansion is crucial to improving healthcare access and addressing systemic racial health disparities. 4. African Americans face higher exposure to social determinants of health, contributing to poorer health outcomes. 5. The urgent need for systemic change to ensure equitable access to quality healthcare for African American communities in South Carolina.
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