Social Determinants of Health and Their Influence on Diabetic Eye-Care Quality
Understanding Diabetic Eye-Care Disparities
Recent health research highlights disparities in diabetic eye-care quality. Patients who live in rural communities often face barriers to accessing essential health services. Additionally, Hispanic patients and Black patients with pre-existing diabetic retinopathy are at a higher risk of missing annual eye exams than their white counterparts.
Key Findings
- The impact of geographic location on health access.
- The role of socio-economic factors in healthcare utilization.
- Importance of annual diabetic eye exams in prevention.
Moving Forward
To improve health outcomes, targeted interventions are needed to address these disparities. Bridging the gap in diabetic care will necessitate a collaborative approach across health sectors.
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