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Title:
SOCIOECONOMIC DISPARITIES IN HEALTH CONSUMPTION: UNCOVERING BARRIERS AND PATHWAYS TO EQUITABLE ACCESS

Authors:
Arjun Reddy

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Arjun Reddy
Oundle School, England

MLA 8
Reddy, Arjun. "SOCIOECONOMIC DISPARITIES IN HEALTH CONSUMPTION: UNCOVERING BARRIERS AND PATHWAYS TO EQUITABLE ACCESS." Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research, vol. 8, no. 12, Dec. 2023, pp. 3860-3867, doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2023.v08i12.010. Accessed Dec. 2023.
APA 6
Reddy, A. (2023, December). SOCIOECONOMIC DISPARITIES IN HEALTH CONSUMPTION: UNCOVERING BARRIERS AND PATHWAYS TO EQUITABLE ACCESS. Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research, 8(12), 3860-3867. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2023.v08i12.010
Chicago
Reddy, Arjun. "SOCIOECONOMIC DISPARITIES IN HEALTH CONSUMPTION: UNCOVERING BARRIERS AND PATHWAYS TO EQUITABLE ACCESS." Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research 8, no. 12 (December 2023), 3860-3867. Accessed December, 2023. https://doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2023.v08i12.010.

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ABSTRACT:
Understanding decision-making in health consumption promises several crucial insights into India’s healthcare landscape. By analyzing the influence of socioeconomic status on healthcare choices, policymakers and researchers can develop tailored interventions and strategies to bridge the gaps in access and improve health outcomes for marginalized populations. This paper investigates the relationship between income levels, education, occupation, and access to healthcare services among diverse populations in India. By reviewing existing literature and case studies of low-income communities, this study aims to uncover patterns, barriers, and pathways to equitable access. Through an in-depth understanding of the complex interplay between economic factors and health decisions, this research underscores the urgency for targeted interventions and policies that address health through evidence-based interventions. Lastly, it argues for the relevance of such findings in promoting equitable access and improving the wellbeing of India's population.

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