Several factors contribute to health disparities, including:
- Socioeconomic Status: Access to resources such as education, income, and healthcare services. - Race and Ethnicity: Systemic racism and discrimination that affect health outcomes. - Geographic Location: Rural and urban differences in healthcare access and quality. - Gender and Sexual Orientation: Biases and barriers to care that affect specific groups. - Environmental Factors: Exposure to pollutants and unsafe living conditions.
