Most Vulnerable Population Research Paper

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I am privileged to provide care to the most vulnerable population the underserved. I know the desperate needs this community faces and want to continue making a difference in the lives of our most vulnerable citizens.
I have made a commitment to work with this vulnerable population. I currently work in the area of public health; I understand that in order to meet the needs of this population it is important to understand the various challenges and by identifying these challenges we can begin to find solutions to eliminate these disparities.
I currently work for the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as a Community Health Nurse. In this role, I work as an adult evaluation and review nurse. I provide medical assessments

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