health care disparities among vulnerable populations Flashcards
1
Q
who do health care disparities affect
A
people who experience social, economic, and/or environmental disadvantage
2
Q
what groups are considered vulnerable populations as it relates to health care disparities
A
Ethnic, racial minorities, people with disabilities, the
elderly, & LGBT community
3
Q
what are the observed differences among the vulnerable populations as it relates to health care disparities
A
Few biologic differences found but rather relate to
social determinants of health
ex: Disparities in exposure to environmental contaminants, violence, and substance abuse among some persons in racial and ethnic minority groups
it suggests the need for a major transformation of the neighborhoods and social contexts of people’s lives.
