A Social-ecological Perspective on Understanding Facilitators to Access Primary Health Care Services among Ethiopian Immigrant Women in the United States.
J Health Care Poor Underserved
; 35(2): 707-725, 2024.
Article
en En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38828590
ABSTRACT
Using a social-ecological model (SEM), this qualitative study explored the facilitators of access to primary health care (PHC) among Ethiopian immigrant women in the U.S. Data were collected through in-depth interviews (N=21, ≥18 years) and analyzed thematically using Nvivo12. At the individual level, stable employment, insurance, immigration status, proactivity, education, communication skills, and internet usage were identified as facilitators of PHC access. Interpersonal support from family and friends was highlighted as a key facilitator. Institutional facilitators included interpretation services and the sociocultural background of health care providers. On the community level, support from community organizations and residing in certain locations were recognized as facilitators of PHC access. No policy-level facilitators were identified. The findings underscore the importance of strengthening individual and interpersonal capacities, including job opportunities, social support, legal assistance for immigration status, and education and communication skills. Further research is needed to analyze policy gaps and suggest viable solutions.
Buscar en Google
Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Atención Primaria de Salud
/
Investigación Cualitativa
/
Emigrantes e Inmigrantes
/
Accesibilidad a los Servicios de Salud
Límite:
Adolescent
/
Adult
/
Female
/
Humans
/
Middle aged
País/Región como asunto:
Africa
/
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Health Care Poor Underserved
Asunto de la revista:
SERVICOS DE SAUDE
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article