There are big problems in Massachusetts’ health care system because of differences in race. But doctors are working hard to fix it. The COVID-19 pandemic has helped people see these issues more clearly. Black people are more likely to have serious health problems, like diabetes and heart disease. Doctors in Boston are working on ways to help. They are giving pregnant women more support and checking their health remotely. They think the main problem is racism and not having enough money. It’s important to talk about these problems and find solutions. The doctors from Boston Medical Center and Mass General Brigham are working together to make things better. They want everyone to have equal access to good health care.
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disparitiesnoun
Differences or inequalities, especially in treatment or opportunities.
pandemicnoun
An outbreak of a disease that occurs over a wide geographic area and affects an exceptionally high proportion of the population.
diabetesnoun
A medical condition characterized by elevated levels of sugar in the bloodstream.
racismnoun
Prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one's own race is superior.
remotelyadverb
From a distance; without physical contact.
accessnoun
The ability or right to use or benefit from something.
