African Americans are at greater risk for 7 deadly diseases, which include diabetes, asthma, stroke, and high blood pressure, according to a recent study by the CDC - NBCBLK
Conversations about income inequality and pay equity have been elevated in recent years so much so that Democrats seeking the presidency have made the issues planks in their political platforms. But another chasm that is as yawning as ever, but doesn’t get nearly as much attention, is the health equity gap.
There are socio-economic reasons for African Americans’ lack of aggression in monitoring their health, including not having the financial resources or comprehensive insurance to visit a physician regularly. Where you live is also a factor. Physicians point out that your zip code is an indicator of your likelihood of heart disease.
“One of my favorite sayings is, ‘Don’t be afraid of the pill more than the problem’,” Price said. “I have patients who have been diagnosed with hypertension and I say, “Here’s the medication, let’s have you take this and come back in six to eight weeks.’ And how was the medication? ‘Well, I didn’t take it. I wanted to see how I would do with a little garlic and exercise.’”
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