African American residents in St. Louis are exposed to far greater environmental risks than whites, contributing to stark disparities in health, wealth and quality of life, a new report from Washington University has found.
For instance, black children in St. Louis are about 10 times more likely to visit an emergency room for asthma than white kids, and 2.4 times more likely to have lead found in their blood. At the same time, mold complaints are most prevalent in the city’s majority-black areas, while black and low-income households face energy burdens that see them spend a much greater percentage of their income on utilities than typical city residents — often more than double the median amount.
The report’s broad, multi-issue outlook also more accurately reflects the daily experiences of thousands of city residents. And while minority communities are disproportionately affected, the challenges aren’t confined to one part of the city, despite the legacy of segregated housing patterns. “The intent is not to have it be another report or set of data points that sit on a shelf somewhere,” said Reed. “It’s connecting these conversations together with the hope that we actually move forward with action.”
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