Access to healthcare is a struggle that Hurricane Milton exacerbated for millions of Floridians. Learn more in this Parlance article featured by PR Newswire.
In October 2024, Hurricane Milton ravaged Florida’s Gulf Coast, leaving more than three million Floridians without power. Utility companies were unable to quickly repair electrical lines due to the damage/flooding, meaning 1.9 million people remained powerless for over 48 hours.
Countless households lost access to the internet, left with only the phone. Florida health systems that require the use of online portals create a barrier for patients.
