Health Disparities in Appalachian and Other Rural Communities

This article will explore the disparities faced by persons that reside in rural communities across the lifespan. It will briefly discuss what is meant by rural. As a rural region at specific risk, the issues confronting those aging in Appalachia will be examined. Finally, best practices and future directions to combat health disparities among rural residents and elders will be discussed. This includes the Appalachian Gerontology Experiences: Advancing Diversity in Aging Research training program which recruits and trains minority and first-generation undergraduate students in aging and health disparity research.PMID:37170557 | DOI:10.1177/00914150231171856
Source: International Journal of Aging and Human Development - Category: Geriatrics Authors: Source Type: research