New Research Shows Disparities Limiting Access to Healthcare Services, Including COVID-19 Vaccines, In Pennsylvania's Underserve
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HARRISBURG, Pa., May 4, 2021
HARRISBURG, Pa., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report by AARP Pennsylvania and Drexel University's College of Nursing and Health Professions highlights how geographic, racial/ethnic and economic factors are combining to restrict access to healthcare services for many Pennsylvanians, creating disparities that have become more pronounced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
WHAT: AARP Pennsylvania and Drexel University will host a virtual press briefing to introduce our new health disparities report that highlights inequities in rural and low resourced areas of the state, and underrepresented populations (particularly Black/African American and Latino), who lack access to health care, experience digital divide, and face persistent local healthcare workforce shortages.
WHO: Representatives from organizations concerned about health disparities in Pennsylvania. Confirmed speakers include:
WHEN: Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 11 a.m.
HOW TO JOIN: Please join us at via Zoom; Passcode: 161525
WHY: Pennsylvanians are experiencing health inequities, particularly in rural and low resourced areas of the state and in underrepresented populations (particularly Black/African American and Latino). Geographic and racial disparities include lack of access to health care (including underserved communities and pharmacy deserts), a digital divide, and persistent local healthcare workforce shortages. Learn more here.
Contact:
Jacklyn Isasi, AARP Pennsylvania, jisasi@aarp.org, 609-902-6242
Steve Gardner, AARP Pennsylvania, sgardner@aarp.org, 717-319-5484
Annie Korp, Drexel University, amk522@drexel.edu, 215-571-4244
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SOURCE AARP Pennsylvania