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Sickle cell disease and social determinants of health: A scoping review

Year: 2022

Type: review

Abstract: Social determinants of health (SDoH) may impact outcomes in sickle cell disease (SCD). We conducted a comprehensive literature review of five electronic databases to elucidate the relationship between SDoH and SCD, and identify gaps in the literature. Our search yielded 59 articles, which we organized into five SDoH areas: Neighborhood and Built Environment, Health and Healthcare, Social and Community Context, Education, and Economic Stability. We found that social determinants, such as access to healthcare, were inconsistently evaluated. Improved recognition and understanding of SDoH should enhance the development of programs that directly address its detrimental effects on patients with SCD.

Source: Pediatric Blood & Cancer

DOI: 10.1002/pbc.30089

Authors: Hamda Khan, Mathew Krull, Jane S. Hankins, Winfred C. Wang, Jerlym S. Porter

Institution: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders

Subfield: Genetics (clinical)

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: green

Funders: National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute