Roxbury Community Considers Legal Action After Fourth Walgreens Closure
The closure of the Walgreens in Roxbury has sparked concerns about access to healthcare in communities of color, leading community leaders to consider legal action against the pharmacy chain for disparate impact. Residents and officials, including U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley and state Attorney General Andrea Campbell, are calling for Walgreens to halt closures in Black and Brown neighborhoods and provide resources to affected communities. The closure has left residents, including those with disabilities, feeling abandoned and with limited access to essential medications and supplies. Walgreens has stated that it will assist patients with prescription transfers and waive home delivery fees for 90 days, but community members remain worried about the impact of the closure on accessibility to healthcare resources.