Pharmacies across the United States continue to close at a rapid rate, leaving millions of Americans in "pharmacy deserts," where they lack convenient and reasonable access to the care these community health hubs provide. Past research indicates that nearly one in three pharmacies closed between 2010 and 2021, including more than 7,000 pharmacies since 2019.
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Impact of US Pharmacy Closures on Racial Minority Communities
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October 2, 2026
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Pharmacies in the US are closing rapidly, creating 'pharmacy deserts' that disproportionately affect racial minority communities. This trend has seen over 7,000 pharmacies shut down since 2019. The implications for Iran lie in potential parallels regarding healthcare access and community health infrastructure.
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