The study reinforces what Black and Latino patients have said for years, 'that the healthcare system is not working for people of color, particularly older adults,' one researcher wrote.
The study reinforces what Black and Latino patients have said for years, "that the healthcare system is not working for people of color, particularly older adults," one researcher wrote.
About a quarter of Latino and Black older adults reported facing racial discrimination at the doctor’s office, making it harder for them to receive the care they need,The findings showed that patients of color ages 60 or older were more likely to say they were treated unfairly or had their health concerns dismissed by medical professionals.
The report also indicated that this will exacerbate existing disparities. According to the study, patients who reported racial discrimination also experienced more social isolation, financial strain and feelings of dissatisfaction with their care, researchers said. “Given that older adults use far more health care services than do younger people, and that the U.S. population is rapidly aging, addressing discrimination in health care settings is especially important for older adults of color,” Doty said.
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