Medical Discrimination

Medical discrimination occurs when individuals receive unequal treatment or are unfairly overlooked in healthcare settings because of personal characteristics such as race, gender, age, disability, or socioeconomic status. This bias can lead to differences in quality of care, diagnosis, or access to medical services, often resulting in poorer health outcomes for affected groups. Recognizing and addressing medical discrimination is essential to ensure equitable, respectful, and effective healthcare for everyone, regardless of their background or identity.