Inequality in Preventive Health Access

Word Count : 3000

Objectives to cover: 

  • Introduction: Overview of disparities affecting access to preventive health services.

  • Socioeconomic Status: Impact of income and education on preventive care utilization.

  • Geographic Barriers: Rural–urban differences in availability of preventive services.

  • Healthcare Affordability: Cost-related challenges limiting preventive health uptake.

  • Health Literacy: Role of awareness and knowledge in accessing preventive care.

  • Cultural and Social Factors: Influence of beliefs, norms, and stigma on preventive health behavior.

  • Healthcare Infrastructure: Effect of service availability and workforce distribution.

  • Policy and Insurance Coverage: Role of health policies and insurance in reducing access gaps.

  • Conclusion: Addressing inequalities is essential for improving equitable preventive health outcomes.

Reference: IEEE