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Healthcare Access Disparities in Underserved Communities
Tannia Rodriguez
Braveman, P. A., Kumanyika, S., Fielding, J., LaVeist, T., Borrell, L. N., Manderscheid, R., & Troutman, A. (2011). Health disparities and health equity: the issue is justice. American journal of public health, 101(S1), S149-S155.
Braveman, Kumanyika, Fielding, LaVeist, Borrell, Manderscheid, and Troutman (2011) write on health inequalities and equality, highlighting justice's importance in this setting. The
researchers dig into the complexity of identifying health inequalities, particularly given the field's different interpretations. They suggest an operational definition of health inequalities to be utilized in developing goals and allocating resources for programs such as Healthy People 2020. This article focuses on health disparities as systemic, possibly preventable health inequities that disproportionately harm socially disadvantaged populations. The concept is based on ethical and human rights principles, and it distinguishes health disparities that represent social injustice from other health inequalities that deserve attention. This article is essential to my research on healthcare access inequalities in underprivileged areas because it sets the framework for comprehending the notion of health disparities and the ethical considerations that accompany it. It does not, however, go into particular ways for correcting these gaps, leaving potential for further study.
Campos-Castillo, C., & Mayberry, L. S. (2022). Disparities in digital health in underserved populations. In Diabetes Digital Health and Telehealth (pp. 269-280). Academic Press.
Campos-Castillo and Mayberry's (2022) article dives at the differences in digital health access in underprivileged communities, focusing on how these disparities parallel disparities in diabetes prevalence and outcomes. The study analyzes hurdles encountered by underserved populations, which include socioeconomically poor individuals from minoritized racial and ethnic groups, the elderly, those with stigmatized features, and those who live in remote locations. These hurdles include challenges with access, technical familiarity, incentive to utilize digital health technologies, privacy concerns, and trust. What stands out in this article is the acknowledgment of structural inequalities such as poverty, internet access, and health insurance coverage discrepancies, which lead to variances in digital health access and usage across racial groups. The study emphasizes the necessity of not allowing individual traits and health technology to distract from the underlying causes of inequality. This article is pertinent to my research on healthcare access inequalities in underprivileged areas since it throws light on the barriers to digital health access that these groups confront. A lack of precise techniques for overcoming these hurdles is one of the drawbacks, providing potential for further study in this area.
Derose, K. P., Gresenz, C. R., & Ringel, J. S. (2011). Understanding disparities in health care access—and reducing them—through a focus on public health. Health Affairs, 30(10), 1844-1851.
Derose, Gresenz, and Ringel (2011) write about the discrepancies in healthcare access that racial and ethnic minorities and underprivileged people suffer. It emphasizes that conventional explanations for these differences often concentrate on individual-level variables, including demographics, personal health attitudes, and health insurance status. The study advises moving the focus to public health to understand and overcome these inequities. The focus on the role of public health organizations in connecting individuals to required services, guaranteeing healthcare availability and staff competence, and assessing the accessibility and quality of services is noteworthy. This strategy might provide the groundwork for additional evidence-based policies to boost access and eliminate inequities. This article is pertinent to my research on healthcare access inequalities in marginalized regions because it offers a unique viewpoint on tackling these disparities within a public health framework. One limitation is that more research is needed to investigate the efficacy of public health-based initiatives in eliminating healthcare access inequities.
Li, X., & Chen, W. (2021). 16. Inequalities in digital health behaviors in American disadvantaged communities. Handbook of Digital Inequality, 236.
The research by Li and Chen (2021) investigates differences in digital health habits in disadvantaged neighborhoods in the United States. It emphasizes the revolutionary influence of digital technology on healthcare access and administration, such as the Internet and mobile devices. The study highlights the growing tendency of people searching the Internet for health-related information and utilizing mobile devices to track health indicators such as weight, nutrition, and exercise routines. Notably, the study notes that although digital health habits have the potential to enable people to manage their health better, these possibilities are not spread evenly, particularly in disadvantaged areas. Despite their ability to deliver crucial health information and monitoring capabilities, low-income communities often encounter barriers to using digital health solutions. This study is essential to my research on healthcare access inequalities in underserved regions since it emphasizes the digital gap among disadvantaged people and their lack of access to critical health-related digital technologies. The limitations of this article include the lack of clear answers or tactics for bridging these discrepancies, allowing the potential for future research on digital health inequities.
Northridge, M. E., Kumar, A., & Kaur, R. (2020). Disparities in access to oral health care. Annual review of public health, 41, 513-535.
Northridge, Kumar, and Kaur's (2020) article "Disparities in access to oral health care" investigates health inequalities in the United States, notably among low-income, uninsured, and minority communities. The study highlights the link between oral disorders like tooth caries and periodontal disease and larger health issues like obesity and diabetes, which share similar risk factors. One noteworthy component is the article's claim that poor dental health represents national socioeconomic inequity. This vivid symbolism begs the issue of the social consequences of healthcare inequality. To address these gaps, the researchers advocate integrating oral health with primary care, adopting multi-level treatments, and improving patient-centered care in diverse healthcare settings. This article emphasizes the need to address oral health inequalities as part of a holistic strategy for healthcare access for my research on healthcare equality. Future studies, however, should focus on particular ways to enhance access to oral healthcare.
Riley, W. J. (2012). Health disparities: gaps in access, quality and affordability of medical care. Transactions of the American Clinical and Climatological Association, 123, 167.
Riley's (2012) article "Health Disparities: gaps in Access, quality, and affordability of medical care" focuses on the crucial topic of health disparities, also known as health inequities, and their influence on access, quality, and cost of medical care. The research investigates the varied nature of these inequalities, including differences in access to medical care as well as disparities in treatment and results across racial and ethnic groups. The notion of prejudice in developing or aggravating health inequalities piqued my interest in this article. The recognition of prejudice as a substantial contributor to healthcare inequalities raises concerns about how bias impacts healthcare access and outcomes in underprivileged populations. The study throws light on the vast breadth of health inequalities, emphasizing the difficulties that healthcare professionals and governments face in tackling these concerns. It underlines that differences are caused by variables such as cost, access to healthcare, primary care availability, and preventative health programs. This article is pertinent to my research on healthcare inequities in underprivileged populations. It emphasizes the presence and complexities of health inequalities, which is consistent with the major focus of my study. The identification of prejudice as a contributing factor highlights the need to research the impact of bias and discrimination on healthcare access in marginalized populations. The lack of concrete remedies or treatments to alleviate healthcare inequalities is one of the article's weaknesses, which needs more study to investigate effective techniques to address these challenges.
Saeed, S. A., & Masters, R. M. (2021). Disparities in health care and the digital divide. Current Psychiatry Reports, 23, 1-6.
The article "Disparities in Health Care and the Digital Divide" by Saeed and Masters (2021) tackles the healthcare system's persisting discrepancies in health outcomes, especially the influence of modern technology. The research looks at the "digital divide," which refers to the unequal distribution of healthcare technical improvements, leading to ongoing inequities in health outcomes. Notably, the article emphasizes that healthcare inequities continue despite advances in internet access and technology. It emphasizes that patients with diseases such as schizophrenia, PTSD, and bipolar disorder have benefitted from modern technologies. Still, poverty, gender (being female), and race (being Black) are connected with a lower likelihood of completing telehealth sessions. Furthermore, millions of Americans lack adequate internet connectivity for telehealth appointments. The article emphasizes the need to use new technologies to enhance healthcare results while guaranteeing fairness across all demographics. This article is relevant to my research on healthcare access inequities in underprivileged populations. It emphasizes the significance of technology in healthcare and the persistence of inequities even in the digital era. The discrepancies linked with characteristics such as income, gender, and race are consistent with my studies on disparities in healthcare access. One of the shortcomings of the article is that it does not go into particular solutions for addressing these inequities, which might be a focus for future research in the context of underprivileged populations.
Saloner, B., Wilk, A. S., & Levin, J. (2020). Community health centers and access to care among underserved populations: a synthesis review. Medical Care Research and Review, 77(1), 3-18.
Saloner, Wilk, and Levin (2020) investigate the role of Community Health Centers (CHCs) in delivering inexpensive healthcare services to underprivileged groups, notably uninsured or Medicaid consumers. The analysis combines 24 relevant research articles done between 2000 and 2017 to analyze the link between CHCs, policies that invest in low-income persons' services, and access to care. Notably, the research emphasizes that greater financing for CHCs improves access to care, particularly for low-income and minority people. It also mentions that Medicaid expansions lead to increased usage of CHCs. According to several research, funding in CHCs may effectively supplement Medicaid expansions. This study is essential to my research on healthcare access inequalities in disadvantaged areas since it emphasizes the favorable influence of CHCs on increasing access to care, especially for underrepresented groups. It supports further research on patient preferences, patterns of CHC usage in comparison to other care facilities, and particular demographic categories that benefit the most from increased CHC capacity. However, the article does not go into detail on how CHCs promote access, leaving potential for further research in this area.
Silberholz, E. A., Brodie, N., Spector, N. D., & Pattishall, A. E. (2017). Disparities in access to care in marginalized populations. Current opinion in pediatrics, 29(6), 718-727.
Silberholz, Brodie, Spector, and Pattishall (2017) investigate discrepancies in access to healthcare across vulnerable groups, with a particular emphasis on kids experiencing unique problems. It emphasizes the importance of pediatric healthcare providers being aware of these challenges, especially among youth who are displaced from their home country, identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender, or are questioning their sexuality or gender identity, and those suffering from mental health disorders. The article recommends that toolkits, training resources, and technology developments may help doctors provide the best possible care to these vulnerable populations. What strikes us in this article is the identification of various subgroups within disadvantaged communities that may experience unique healthcare access issues, which broadens our knowledge of healthcare access inequities. This article is relevant to my study on healthcare access inequalities in disadvantaged areas because it emphasizes the need for healthcare practitioners to be aware of the particular problems that specific subpopulations within marginalized groups experience. It does not, however, give any information on the tools, resources, or technical breakthroughs that may be used, leaving the potential for more study in this area.
Teruya, C., Longshore, D., Andersen, R. M., Arangua, L., Nyamathi, A., Leake, B., & Gelberg, L. (2010). Health and health care disparities among homeless women. Women & health, 50(8), 719-736.
Teruya, Longshore, Andersen, Arangua, Nyamathi, Leake, and Gelberg (2010) investigated health and healthcare inequalities among homeless women, emphasizing understanding differences among large and varied special groups. The study incorporates data from 1,331 homeless women in Los Angeles County, California, making it one of the most thorough studies on homeless women's health. The analysis of discrepancies within this particular demographic, considering characteristics such as race/ethnicity and other predisposing factors that may affect their access to healthcare, is noteworthy. The research found that white, non-Latina women were more likely than African-American and Latina women to report unmet healthcare requirements. Furthermore, women who were dealing with difficulties like drug misuse, violence, or despair had the most unmet healthcare requirements. This research emphasizes the intricacies of the homeless population and how gaps in healthcare access may vary even among homeless women of various racial/ethnic groupings. It emphasizes the need for personalizing interventions to meet the specific needs of distinct subgroups within underprivileged areas. The study's limitations include its concentration on a single geographical location; future research might investigate these discrepancies in a larger context.
