Social Determinants of Health and the impact of COVID-19
41 million
Americans
don’t have easy access
to a doctor
The COVID-19 pandemic impacts every community differently due to underlying health conditions, racial demographics, and socioeconomic factors. According to new data from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Institute’s CHM Hub®, many Americans do not have easy access to the care they need during these uncertain times. To ensure the health of all Americans, Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) companies are working to ensure every community has access to the right care they need to get and stay healthy.
29 million
Americans live in an area where they
don’t have easy access to healthy, nutritious foods
13.1 million
of the individuals living in these areas are also in
geographies with increased COVID-19 cases
BCBS companies are ensure healthy foods are more accessible and affordable:
Building Stronger Communities,
For the Health of America.
Find out how we’re addressing social determinants of health,
www.bcbs.com/coronavirus-updates
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Data sourced from Blue Cross Blue Shield Institute CHM Hub® Blue Cross Blue Shield Institute is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.