Oprah Winfrey has opened up about her experiences with the American healthcare system, claiming that despite her privileged, celebrity status, she is still affected by issues that affect so many others.
Referencing her thyroid problem, the billionaire spoke candidly about misdiagnoses, racial inequality and inappropriate remarks from doctors, which have resulted in her believing "you need multiple opinions", adding that she "would never go into a hospital by myself".
Speaking to the Los Angeles Times, Oprah began by acknowledging her celebrity privilege, stating: "Things change for you when you are a person who is known. You get the doctor's appointment. You don't have to wait in line. You don't have to deal with a lot of excess delays that other people have.
