Black and Latino neighborhoods in the 30 most populous U.S. cities had fewer pharmacies than white or diverse neighborhoods, according to new research from the University of Southern California. Pharmacies are vital points of care for essential health services, and these “pharmacy deserts” affect nearly 15 million people. “Traveling a mile to get your prescription medications may be convenient for people that own a car. Traveling a mile, or even half a mile, may be difficult for people who live in low-income neighborhoods and don’t drive, particularly older adults who rely on walking or public transportation,” said Dima Mazen Qato, associate professor at the USC School of Pharmacy and senior author of the research paper. Read more about the research here.
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