The health care system in the United States has been called the best in the world, but many of its residents cannot afford or do not have access to adequate care. This book eplores how socioeconomic status, race, and ethnic make-up affect health disparities; what the wide gulf in care and health outcomes means for the medical community, cultural subsets, and society at large; and how to address the issue effectively. Analyzing the complex web of social forces that influence health outcomes in the United States, this book is a vital teaching tool and a comprehensive reference for social science and medical professionals.This book eplores how socioeconomic status, race, and ethnic make-up affect health disparities; what the wide gulf in care and health outcomes means for the medical community, cultural subsets, and society at large; and how to address the ...
Title | : | Health Disparities in the United States |
Author | : | Donald A. Barr |
Publisher | : | JHU Press - 2008-05-15 |
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