May 24, 2021 – The Partnership to Advance Virtual Care (the “Partnership”) has joined more than 40 leading civil rights organizations, consumer groups, and private sector leaders in the formation of a new coalition to ensure that all Americans, no matter where they live or how much money they make, are connected to the internet. The coalition, Broadband Equity for All, aims to work collaboratively with policymakers to ensure every American can get and stay connected.
…”We believe no patient should be left behind,” said Mara McDermott, Partnership to Advance Care (PAVC) Spokeswoman. “As innovation in healthcare continues to advance, it is critical that we address inequities in broadband access now before the digital divide continues to widen.”…
Currently, millions of Americans do not have access to broadband internet. In order to ensure future telehealth policy does not further healthcare equity issues, the Partnership is committed to expanding broadband access to reach all patients.
