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Barriers to Health Care Access in 13 Asian American Communities

Year: 2010

Type: article

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To obtain and discuss in-depth information on health care use in Asian Americans (AAs). METHODS: Nineteen focus groups were conducted in 174 adults from 13 AA communities in Montgomery County, Maryland. MAX QDA software was used to analyze qualitative data. RESULTS: Financial, physical, communication, and cultural attitudes were 4 major barriers to accessing health care. Underrepresented communities reported unique additional barriers, such as lack of screening opportunities and interpretation services due to lack of resources in the communities. CONCLUSIONS: Future studies, public health policy, and funding resources should consider including underrepresented AA subgroups and reflect their needs.

Source: American Journal of Health Behavior

DOI: 10.5993/ajhb.34.1.3

Author: Sunmin Lee

Institutions: University of Maryland, Baltimore, University of Maryland, College Park

Language: English

Topic: Public Health and Social Inequalities

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funders: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute