Tools for Access and Disparities
Reflect on the The State of Global Health (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. video and your chapter readings. What is the difference between developed and developing countries? What do you believe are the major barriers to access? Is the eight factor model a tool that should be implemented worldwide?
Lovett-Scott, M., & Prather, F. (2014). Global health systems: Comparing strategies for delivering health services. Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
Martin, G. (n.d.). The State of Global Health (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. [Video file]. Retrieved from www.twigh.org/global-health-with-greg-martin-1/
Lovett-Scott, M., & Prather, F. (2014). Chapter 2: Disparities in Health: A Closer Look at Health Disparities in the USA. Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
Lovett-Scott, M., & Prather, F. (2014). Chapter 3: The Eight Factor Model: For Evaluating True Access. New York, Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
Week One Standard Guidance
When we talk about Global Health, what comes to mind? Global, according to Merriam-Webster, means “of, or relating to, the entire world” (Global, 2015). The United States has seen a growth in immigrants over the past couple of decades. In addition, our population and others worldwide are traveling more for business as well as pleasure. Healthcare is conducted using technology and can go from one country to another. People are seeking surgeries and procedures in other countries due to the cost and limitations within their own country. Politicians in the United States continue to seek ways to provide affordable healthcare for all citizens and give access to those in rural areas. Why does it seem that some countries seem to have healthcare that is affordable and accessible while other countries do not? Throughout this course you will be exposed to many different global health issues and how the various countries react to the challenges. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. have lots of videos available on Global Health. Bookmark this page and keep as you move through the course.
The following is a summary from your readings:
Application of the Eight Factor Model provides:
The Eight Factors include:
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2013, September 19). CDC – Global Health – Videos (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/video/
Global – Definition and More from the Free Merriam-Webster Dictionary. (2015). InDictionary and Thesaurus | Merriam-Webster (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Retrieved from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/global
Lovett-Scott, M., & Prather, F. (2014). Global health systems: Comparing strategies for delivering health services. Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.