A SCOPING REVIEW: INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO ACHIEVE HEALTH EQUITY FOR OLDER ADULTS
2024
Innovative Approaches to Achieve Health Equity for Older Adults
Sample size: 47
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Otewa Meshack, Carmiol-Rodriguez Priscilla
Primary Institution: University of Washington
Hypothesis
How can innovative approaches help achieve health equity among older adults?
Conclusion
Innovative approaches are essential for addressing health disparities and achieving health equity among older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Health disparities are increasing among older adults, especially in chronic conditions.
- Innovative approaches include digital health technology and age-friendly health systems.
- The review identified 47 eligible articles that propose new care models for health equity.
Takeaway
This study looked at new ways to help older people get the healthcare they need, especially those who face unfair barriers.
Methodology
The review followed PRISMA-ScR guidelines and searched databases for original research articles from 2013 to 2023.
Limitations
The need for standardized categories for assessing the effectiveness of the identified approaches.
Participant Demographics
Older adults, particularly those facing health disparities.
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