3 Ways the Biopharmaceutical Industry Can Improve Health Equity
In 2022, the issue of health disparities?had a higher profile than ever before. Now,?there is reason to hope for significant change, spurred by heightened awareness of racial discrimination in medicine. There is a demand throughout the nation for everyone in the health care industry, from government agencies to life sciences companies, to work together to bridge the gap in health inequities. And no one is driving this demand more than healthcare providers (HCP).
HCPs see firsthand that their underserved and underrepresented patients have their own unique needs?which are not being met by the healthcare system. According to a study conducted by AnswerSuite, HCPs want the life sciences industry to?increase resources, support them and meet the patients where they are. They understand that nothing is as important to bridging the healthcare inequalities as clear and regular communication with their patients. Interviews with HCPs from across the country revealed three key takeaways of how improved communication between HCPs and patients can help bridge health disparities.
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Assistant Manager, Medical Information Services (Earlier)
1 年Good initiative. It requires - (i) improving access (ensuring that healthcare services are available in the communities where underrepresented patients live), (ii) reducing costs (implementing programs that provide financial assistance or health insurance coverage to underrepresented patients who may not be able to afford healthcare services), (iii) increasing cultural sensitivity (understanding the cultural norms, beliefs, and practices of different communities and adapting healthcare services accordingly), (iv) improving health literacy (developing educational programs that help underrepresented patients understand their health conditions, treatment options, and how to navigate the healthcare system), (v) using technology (utilizing telemedicine and other digital health technologies to improve access to healthcare services, particularly for patients who live in remote or underserved areas), (vi) providing language services (hiring interpreters or using technology to provide real-time translation services).
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1 年Great job! Well done.
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