Health Inequality Insights

How Local Communities Are Combating Health Inequalities

Health inequality remains a persistent reality in many regions, particularly in underserved and marginalised communities. Limited access to quality healthcare services continues to fuel preventable diseases and mortality rates. Local communities a...

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The Influence of Private Health Insurance on Access Inequality in the US

The US healthcare system is heavily reliant on private health insurance, leaving millions of Americans without comprehensive coverage. Unlike countries with universal systems, access to healthcare in the US is largely dependent on employment and fina...

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Mental Health Inequality: Who Is Being Left Behind?

Mental health is increasingly recognised as a cornerstone of overall well-being, yet access to mental health care remains unequal across different demographics. Millions face barriers to accessing therapy, medication, and support due to systemic soci...

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Telemedicine: The Solution to Reducing Inequalities in Healthcare Access?

Telemedicine, the use of technology to deliver healthcare services remotely, has become a transformative force in the medical field. During the COVID-19 pandemic, telemedicine gained widespread recognition as an essential tool for ensuring continuity...

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How the COVID-19 Pandemic Exacerbated Health Inequalities

The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped healthcare systems worldwide, exposing vulnerabilities and inequalities long present but often overlooked. As nations scrambled to respond, it became evident that access to resources such as vaccines, testing, and t...

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Maternal Health in the U.S.: Why Are Black Women at Greater Risk?

Maternal health is a critical measure of a country's healthcare system, yet the United States struggles with one of the highest maternal mortality rates among developed nations. Alarmingly, Black women in the U.S. face a maternal mortality rate three...

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