Health Matters on Midday: Disparities in health coverage for Black Americans

Midday with Maria Shilaos

Health Matters on Midday: Disparities in health coverage for Black Americans

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Published on Feb 23, 2026, 3:11:57 PM
Total time: 00:06:47

Episode Description

Health Matters on Midday, where we dig into health topics you might be curious about. 

As we take a moment each February to remember the contributions of Black Americans and celebrate the achievements of African Americans throughout history, one thing remains clear: Black Americans still face a number of disparities when it comes to getting healthcare. In this segment of Health Matters on Midday, Dr. Richard Ferguson, President-Black Physicians of Utah joins Maris Shilaos to discuss the disparities and ways to make healthcare more equitable for all Americans.

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