Listening to Black Men in California – California Health Care Foundation

The Listening to Black Californians study included hour-long interviews with 49 Black men, four focus groups of Black men with 26 total participants, and 1,235 male survey respondents. This study is notable for the large number and diversity of Black men across California who participated in the qualitative and quantitative phases of the research. Nearly all Black male respondents (92%) have health insurance. Among those with insurance, 61% have private coverage, 19% have Medicare, and 16% have Medi-Cal. The Takeaway Black men in California are invested in their health and actively advocate for their own well-being and for the health of loved ones. Health care providers and community organizations should partner with Black men to pursue positive health outcomes through community forums and provider training. Key Findings Black Men Are Actively Engaged in Their Physical and Mental Health Nearly 9 in 10 of all Black men surveyed (88%) and 93% of Black men age 45+ had at least one health care visit in the past year. Seven in 10 Black men overall devote “a great deal” or “quite a bit” of effort to: getting appropriate screenings or preventive care, working to reach or maintain a healthy weight, and tracking indicators...