Pharmacy Closures Hit Black and Latino Neighborhoods Hardest

Major retail pharmacy closures leave communities of color with limited access to essential health services.

Pharmacy deserts are emerging in predominantly Black and Latino neighborhoods across U.S. cities.
Residents face challenges in accessing prescriptions, vaccinations, and over-the-counter medications.
Independent pharmacies struggle to stay open, exacerbating the issue.
Pharmacists play a crucial role in managing chronic diseases prevalent in these communities.
Efforts to open new pharmacies face economic and logistical hurdles.