Health care just isn’t the same for everyone. Some people have easy access to great health care professionals. They live down the street from amazing top-notch hospitals, and have the money to afford any care they need.

Others don’t.

While disparities in health care can be caused by geography and finances, perhaps the most concerning disparities are those due to race and ethnicity. Historically, people of color have had higher rates of chronic disease and higher mortality rates than White people. Sadly, this hasn't changed. Data shows that right now, 33% of Black people over 65 have severe chronic illness and an additional 43% have moderate chronic conditions. Their White counterparts have 10% less severe illness and 7% less moderate illness.