Obstacles to Healthcare Access
Health Disparities Defined
Observed Outcomes (What Public Health Measures)
Observed Outcomes (What Public Health Measures)
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Health Disparities are measurable, preventable differences in health outcomes, disease burdens, or healthcare access between specific population groups.
Observed Outcomes (What Public Health Measures)
Observed Outcomes (What Public Health Measures)
Observed Outcomes (What Public Health Measures)
Health disparities exist when some communities face a greater burden of disease or die earlier than others from conditions that could often be prevented through equitable access to resources and care. Health disparities may be observed in the risks, prevalence, or problems resulting from specific behaviors, as well as the incidence, prevalence, and mortality from conditions, diseases, and/or disorders.
Population Categories
Resources and Information
Resources and Information
- Low SES/Income
- Underserved Rural Populations
- Racial and/or Ethnic Minority Populations
- People with Disabilities
- Gender Identity
Resources and Information
Resources and Information
Resources and Information
We are working to provide resources and information on a variety of topics related to mental health and well-being. Stay Tuned!!!!
This webpage re-boot will launch July 1