• 29,000+ West African immigrants arrived in NYC in the last two years

  • Higher genetic predisposition to hypertension and diabetes

  • Our research shows 83% want healthcare but only 16% know how to access it

The Opportunity

“This community does not know where to get care, they fear large bills and are busy trying to find a job and survive.” - Imam Barry

  • Diabetes costs the US $413 billion annually in care and lost productivity

  • Hypertension costs $131 billion annually

  • Early intervention dramatically reduces these costs

Economic Impact

"I arrived in NYC 12 months ago, I feel sick but since I don't speak English, I don't know how to seek care." - Bamba Dia, 37

Case Study

  • BACKGROUND: Living in NYC for 9 mos, never seen a Dr. here

  • EDUCATION: College degree

  • REFERRAL REASON: High blood sugar and blood pressure

  • TIME TO BOOK: 1 hour

    QUESTIONS: Insurance and costs? Will a translator be available? Will I need to pay for any prescriptions or tests?

  • SERVICES: Blood work, chest scan

    PRESCRIPTIONS: 1 provided on-site and 2 vouchers 

    LANGUAGE: French translation 

    PAYMENT: No fees

  • FOLLOW UP APPT: Scheduled for 3 weeks

  • CLINIC+O NAVIGATOR: Care navigator called the patient after the first appointment to check in on the service

“Patient is delighted with the service and is eager to go back! “ - Clinic+O Care Navigator