Activists believe there continue to be healthcare disparities that impact racial and ethnic minorities.
But Byron Oden-Shabazz, intern for the Western Illinois University Center for the Studies of Masculinities and Men’s Development, said studies have shown two-thirds of Americans are unaware of the disparities.
“If we are going to have a healthy healthcare system, we (must) learn how to treat all people,” said Oden-Shabazz.