Editorial: Examining upstream to understand downstream: use of telehealth and other health equity measures for addressing health disparities
2024
Using Telehealth to Address Health Disparities
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Gulzar H. Shah, Kristie Cason Waterfield, Tran Nguyen, Sripriya Rajamani
Primary Institution: Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, Georgia Southern University
Conclusion
Telehealth can help improve health equity by increasing access to care for underserved populations.
Supporting Evidence
- Telehealth can help underserved populations access healthcare services more easily.
- Addressing the digital divide is crucial for improving telehealth adoption.
- Community involvement is important for developing effective telehealth solutions.
Takeaway
This article talks about how using telehealth can help people who don't have easy access to doctors get the care they need.
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