A comprehensive investigation into discrepancies in healthcare faced by black individuals and women: Examining socioeconomic, structural, and cultural barriers to equity in care
American History High School, Newark, NJ, United States.
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World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences, 2024, 13(02), 026–037.
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjaets.2024.13.2.0527
Publication history:
Received on 13 September 2024; revised on 28 October 2024; accepted on 30 October 2024
Abstract:
Concerns regarding health outcomes and disparities in treatments offered to Black individuals and women stem from various socioeconomic factors, including income inequality, access to healthcare, and health literacy. Structural racism and implicit gender biases within the healthcare system further exacerbate these inequities, leading to delays in care, misdiagnosis, and inadequate treatment. Black women, in particular, face an intersectional burden, experiencing both racial and gender-based discrimination in healthcare. These disparities contribute to poorer health outcomes, such as higher maternal mortality and poorer management of chronic conditions.
Keywords:
Social Determinants of Health; Vulnerable Populations; Pulse oximetry; Community-based organizations; Implicit Bias; Intersectionality
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