The Role Of Discrimination And Racism In The Health Care System

Health care system in the US is one of the most controversial part of the American system. This may be one of the most talked about issue today. With the new administration trying to change the health care plan, there is so much to be considered and reviewed. Another issue that has been going on for years is discrimination and racism. Discrimination and racism towards minority groups in the US is affecting the way these individuals live their lives, and this includes disparities in the health care system. There are different issues involving health care system in the United States. One of which is the presence of discrimination and racism. This does not only affect the consumers, but also the health care providers. There are rules that intends to protect individuals, members of minority groups included, from discrimination in the health care services, but how far does it help the resident and citizens of the United States?
In 2000, members of racial or ethnic minority groups contribute to 33 percent of the US population. And it is projected to be half the population by 2050. In 2007, Hispanics or Latinos have the biggest share in the population which is 15.1 percent. It is followed by 12.9 percent of African Americans, and 4.4 percent of Asians, and small share of Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders, and American Indians and Alaska Natives (AHRQ). And in 2015, Hispanics still share the biggest population which is 17.6 percent, 13.3 percent for Black Americans, and 5.6 percent for Asians (census.gov). As the time goes by, the percent share of these minority groups will continue to grow whether as first, second, or even third generation in the