Health Equity Assessment in Haiti
Author Information
Author(s): Perry Henry B, King-Schultz Leslie W, Aftab Asma S, Bryant John H
Primary Institution: Hôpital Albert Schweitzer-Haiti
Hypothesis
How do socio-geographic factors affect access to health services and health outcomes in the Artibonite Valley of Haiti?
Conclusion
Local health programs must monitor health status and service quality to address health inequities among marginalized groups.
Supporting Evidence
- Access to health services was markedly reduced in mountainous areas compared to central plains.
- Under-five mortality rates were significantly higher in mountainous areas.
- Immunization coverage was lower in mountainous areas than in plains.
Takeaway
This study shows that people living in the mountains of Haiti have less access to health care and worse health outcomes than those in the plains.
Methodology
The study involved demographic and health surveys, exit interviews, observations, and focus group discussions.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in self-reported data from interviews and surveys.
Limitations
The study may not fully capture all health inequities due to the limited geographic scope.
Participant Demographics
The study focused on a population of 148,000 in the Artibonite Valley, including both mountainous and plain areas.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.01
Confidence Interval
[59.7–83.6]
Statistical Significance
p < 0.05
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