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Friday, August 7, 2009

Over 30 Percent of Hispanics Lack Health Insurance

With the nation watching, Washington, D.C., has become consumed with its health — for better or worse, and especially bad for those who can’t afford it.

Meanwhile, 45 million people remain uninsured, with the majority being people of color.

According to the Centers for Disease Control 30.4 percent of Hispanics and 17 percent of blacks are uninsured.

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