Domain
Social Sciences
Abstract
Healthcare access is an important shaping force in the lives of Appalachian people. Appalachians often face both inadequate availability of medical facilities and poverty, which limits access to health insurance and therefore healthcare. This results in reduced life expectancy and health disparity. In this study, the author examines relationships between adequate healthcare and access to healthcare among Appalachian residents. Using a convenience sample of Appalachian residents, the author finds that income, education, and being an Appalachian resident have unique impacts on healthcare access or perceptions of healthcare in general.
Mentor Name
Dr. James N. Maples
Mentor Email
james.maples@eku.edu
Recommended Citation
Lefevers, Kacey M.
(2019)
"Healthcare Access and Poverty Among Central Appalachian Residents,"
Kentucky Journal of Undergraduate Scholarship: Vol. 3:
Iss.
1, Article 9.
Available at:
https://encompass.eku.edu/kjus/vol3/iss1/9
Included in
Appalachian Studies Commons, Medical Education Commons, Medicine and Health Commons, Mental and Social Health Commons