Health disparities

My journey in the health field began at a fairly young age. When I was in middle school I was diagnosed with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA). After the diagnosis, my life consisted of doctor appointments and hospitals. I was amazed at how the doctors would know what to do and what to prescribe to make me feel better. Soon enough I developed an interest in medicine and had my mind set on going to college and becoming a doctor. I wanted to be a doctor to help people in the way these doctors…

HEALTH INEQUITIES INTRODUCTION: There are wide differences in the health status within countries as well as between countries. Some of the differences can be explained through biological variations. However most of the differences arise from underlying social and economic conditions. This disparity in health is one of the most serious public health problems. Health inequities are defined as variations in health status that are not only avoidable and unnecessary but also unjust and unfair…

thanks to the advancement of genomics, advances in eHealth technologies and the increased ability to share knowledge via clinical information systems. Coupled with the increase in aging population, upsurge of chronic disease and major shifts in recent health care policy, the definition of “personalized care” is vastly expanding and diversifying. The antiquated “one size fits all” prescribing and treatment methods of current day medicine are no longer adequate. Therefore, in 2015, precision…

at the forefront of culture and health disparities studies in preparing there student for the real world. Numerous education modules on cultural diversity, cultural sensitivity and cultural competence have emerged within the field in which accredited programs have been able to choose and select from to mold their pupils. In hindsight most of the research related to cultural competence pointed back to Dr. Josepha Campinha-Bacote’s model of cultural competence in health care delivery. This model…

climate change on health includes the spread and reemergence of infectious diseases made possible by agents that spread infection like vectors e.g mosquito or pathogens, and disease transmission. The climate change phenomenon may have influenced the development, survival, reproduction, and virulent nature of some of the disease pathogens, disturbed hosts migratory pattern like rats, and their interaction with man because of the unpredictable nature of some extreme weather their health impacts…

found the answer to that question. Well, it is safe to say that I have found my purpose in the world and have been paving my career path as a public health worker. I think that at this point in my career, I am capable of positively impacting social change more so on an educational level, by assessing what it is that people already know about health related issues and raising awareness about those issues people are not knowledgeable about. These actions could very well bring about social change…

are several things that can interfere with the care that is provided for them. When Hispanics arrive to this country, they are faced with many challenges. Hispanics face healthcare disparities due to language barriers, financial difficulties, and fear due to being undocumented. Hispanics face healthcare disparities due to their language barriers. The majority of Hispanics only speak Spanish or very little English, making it very strenuous in obtaining adequate care, information, and…

Minority Health Care Access AnchorThe United States Government claims our medical health care is the best in the world. The can be no further from the truth. We as a country are less advanced than other nations because citizens of certain races, ethnicities and incomes experience less coverage than others. African Americans and Latinos are among the worse. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was implemented in 2014. It's goal is to expand health insurance coverage. Early evidence shows the uninsured…

The role of a NP Is very important in the today’s health care as an independent provider. Seeing the patient as whole, helps to adequately assess, identify any health disparities and complication that might needs immediate planning and evaluation. Positive working relationships with healthcare professionals, organizations, and patients require role negotiation, most especially when seeking for a new role or established self as a professional. I have enjoyed my experiences working in the nursing…

2006). I began taking this journey after a diverse background in nursing which was appropriate since my career goal is to seek a leadership role as an independent practicing nurse practitioner. Health care policy has an influence on every aspect in the delivery of care, such as health disparities, cultural sensitivity, access to care, ethics, equity, social justice and quality of care (American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 2006). The DNP program at New Mexico State University has…