"February is a time to honor Black history, resilience, and progress. It is also a moment to confront an uncomfortable truth: in New York City, equity in health, family stability, and community well-being is still shaped by race and zip code. For too many Black families, structural inequities continue to limit access to care, not because of individual choices, but because of where people live and how our systems are designed."
"For too many Black families, structural inequities continue to limit access to care, not because of individual choices, but because of where people live and how our systems are designed.Those of us working on the front lines of community health-including through organizations like EAC Network, which supports families across New York City and Long Island-see the consequences every winter. In February, families face compounded challenges such as cold weather, housing instability, financial strain, and reduced access to care."
Black New Yorkers face health inequities tied to race and zip code that limit access to coordinated, ongoing care. Structural factors such as housing instability, food insecurity, justice system involvement, language barriers, and limited access to trusted providers compound health challenges. During winter, especially February, cold weather, housing and financial strain, and reduced services magnify barriers, pushing families to emergency rooms and turning missed appointments into crises. Community health organizations like EAC Network witness these patterns and provide support, yet systems remain fragmented and difficult to navigate. Equitable outcomes require coordinated, accessible, and trust-centered services that meet people where they live.
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