Equal Access
Equal Access
Equal Access (pronunciation: /ˈiːkwəl ˈækses/) is a principle that ensures all individuals have the same opportunities to use and benefit from healthcare services, regardless of their personal circumstances.
Etymology
The term "Equal Access" is derived from the English words "equal", meaning the same in quantity, size, degree, or value, and "access", meaning the means or opportunity to approach or enter a place. In the context of healthcare, it refers to the provision of the same opportunities to all individuals to use and benefit from healthcare services.
Related Terms
- Healthcare Equality: A broader concept that encompasses equal access, but also includes equal treatment and equal outcomes in healthcare.
- Healthcare Disparities: Differences in access to or availability of medical facilities and services.
- Universal Healthcare: A healthcare system in which all individuals have access to healthcare services, regardless of their ability to pay.
- Healthcare Accessibility: The ability of an individual to obtain health services when needed.
- Healthcare Affordability: The financial capacity of an individual to obtain health services.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Equal Access
- Wikipedia's article - Equal Access
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