Norma Brambila, a community organizer in Denver, faced medical debt after seeking emergency care for a sinus infection. The struggle with medical debt is common in low-income, immigrant communities like Westwood, where many residents avoid seeking care due to cost. Racial and ethnic disparities in medical debt are wider in Colorado compared to the national average, despite state protections. Advocates are pushing for more action to address medical debt and reduce inequalities. The fear of medical debt continues to impact immigrant communities, leading some to skip preventative care and face financial hardship. Medical debt remains a significant barrier to accessing healthcare for many Coloradans, particularly those in vulnerable populations.
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Medical Debt Affects Much of America, but Colorado Immigrants Are Hit Especially Hard
