Medically disenfranchised refers to people without primary care and who aren't patients of federally funded clinics, also called low-income or community health centers, according to the National Association of Community Health Centers. Primary care is important for patients' day-to-day needs for good health, and it helps manage and prevent chronic illnesses and identify risk factors for serious conditions. Experts say rural hospital closures and a nationwide shortage of primary care providers are driving the crisis. Visit the link in bio to learn more.