BlackDoctor.com conducted a study focusing on trust in healthcare within Black communities, acknowledging their complex relationship with the healthcare system. The study, surveying 500 Black adults, highlighted honesty, transparency, and holistic care as crucial components of trust. This data was released on February 1st, 2024:
More than 80 percent of respondents say honesty and transparency are defining elements of trust in health (83%).
A majority of respondents agree that trust requires healthcare providers to see and treat patients as whole people vs. just their symptoms (77%) and believe them when they describe how they are feeling (68%).
58 percent of respondents say their trust is dependent on organizations demonstrating a long-term commitment to their community.
When asked what steps companies should take to earn their trust, 40 percent said hiring more Black employees would help earn their trust.
When asked what they need help with to live their healthiest life, many respondents indicated a need to greater access to health information. Half (50%) want more information on new, innovative treatments, and 36 percent are seeking more information on clinical trials.
BlackDoctor is the world’s largest and most comprehensive online health resource specifically for the Black community. BlackDoctor understands that the uniqueness of Black culture - our heritage and our traditions - plays a role in our health. BlackDoctor gives you access to innovative new approaches to the health information you need in everyday language so you can break through the disparities, gain control and live your life to its fullest.
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