Medical Health Disparities

Medical health disparities are differences in health outcomes and access to healthcare services among different groups of people, often based on factors like race, ethnicity, income, or location. These disparities mean some groups experience higher rates of illness, poorer health, or face more barriers to receiving quality care. They are caused by social, economic, and environmental factors that influence health, such as poverty, education, and healthcare availability. Addressing health disparities aims to ensure everyone has fair opportunities to achieve good health, regardless of their background or circumstances.