Research shows more than 50% of Black women feel their race causes them to receive poorer health insurance and care. They also report feeling that their health needs are ignored by healthcare providers.

Lived experiences offer valuable insight into who a person is and their health needs, paving the way for more effective solutions. By tapping into the knowledge of community members and patients, providers can better identify targeted strategies to improve care and advance health equity.

To better address the health needs of Black women, providers can:

• Focus on addressing disparities and biases through research
• Engage with the community to understand lived experiences and health needs
• Actively listen to what Black women say they need