Perceived access and barriers to care among illicit drug users and hazardous drinkers: findings from the Seek, Test, Treat, and Retain data harmonization initiative (STTR).
Mika MatsuzakiQuan M VuMarya GwadzJoseph A C DelaneyIrene KuoMaria Esther Perez TrejoWilliam E CunninghamChinazo O CunninghamKaterina ChristopoulosPublished in: BMC public health (2018)
The current study found that financial burdens of care, logistical difficulties in accessing care, and low social support were common challenges among individuals using illicit drugs and/or drinking hazardously. Addressing structural barriers and strengthening social support may be important strategies to improve health care among marginalized populations, regardless of HIV status.
Keyphrases
- social support
- healthcare
- depressive symptoms
- quality improvement
- palliative care
- affordable care act
- pain management
- human immunodeficiency virus
- hiv infected
- antiretroviral therapy
- machine learning
- physical activity
- electronic health record
- mental health
- health insurance
- emergency department
- alcohol consumption
- south africa