International Journal of General Medicine

Breaking the Barriers: Achieving Health Equity and Access to Healthcare for All

Health equity and access to healthcare are essential components of a just and fair society. Despite significant advancements in medical technology and public health evidence and policies, many individuals and communities continue to face significant barriers to accessing quality healthcare services. Health disparities, often driven by social determinants of health, such as poverty, ethnicity, gender, and education level, persist and result in unequal access to healthcare and poorer health outcomes for disadvantaged and vulnerable populations. Addressing health equity and access to healthcare requires a comprehensive approach that includes policy interventions, community engagement, and innovative solutions to overcome systemic barriers. This topic is of critical importance, and continued research and advocacy efforts are necessary to achieve health equity and ensure that every person has access to quality healthcare services.