[Infographic] Uninsured and Unhealthy: The Health Insurance Woes of African Americans

The recent Supreme Court ruling upholding Obamacare may be a small victory for many Americans, but it is no small comfort for Blacks.  Finance Online presents an infographic that highlights the alarming state of African Americans and their health coverage, or the lack of it. In a telling casual survey by ClintonPatch last year, 80% of 1,594 respondents said they don’t agree with the health care program. Those in favor see the benefit of having most Americans, especially the marginalized sectors like Blacks, get coverage to help them become more productive members of society. Those against the Act see the burden the program will put on state and federal funding. At stake are the health of millions of uninsured Americans, and their number is increasing.

Using data from the  US Census Bureau and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Finance Online created the infographic showing Blacks are less likely to be covered and less likely to cope with an illness than Hispanics and Whites.  The infographic also paints a grim picture for the minority groups, including: a) more elderly African Americans will need care; and b) areas with more Blacks have the highest concentration of uninsured African Americans.

With Obamacare set for full implementation by next year, understanding the big picture is more critical than ever, especially for marginalized groups.

You can see the full version of the infographic here.