Access to Care
's clinic in 's "Corridor of Shame" highlights the stark contrast between patients with means and those without, underscoring the area's healthcare provider shortages and high rates of chronic disease.
Despite the clinic's efforts, 80% of people in the area don't see a doctor due to cost, leading to preventable deaths and a call for Medicaid expansion in South Carolina.
Systemic Inequities
Racial and ethnic inequities in the U.S. healthcare system contribute to millions of premature deaths, with policies and urban planning decisions disproportionately affecting Black communities.
The legacy of racism manifests in environmental health hazards and inadequate investment in public housing, exacerbating health disparities among Black Americans.