Overview
Health inequities are significant disparities in health status and access to healthcare that arise from various social determinants. These inequities are not just health issues; they have profound political implications, influencing policy decisions and resource allocation. Understanding the interpl...
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Example: Higher rates of diabetes in low-income communities.
Example: Access to quality education can influence health literacy.
Example: Providing additional support to disadvantaged groups.
Example: Campaigning for universal healthcare access.
Example: Vaccination programs to prevent disease outbreaks.
Example: Transportation barriers limiting access to clinics.
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Key Concepts
health disparitiessocial determinantspolicy impactequity in healthcare