FQHCs are often located in underserved areas where health disparities are more prevalent. By participating in the 340B program, these centers can help reduce healthcare disparities by ensuring that all patients, regardless of their financial situation, have access to needed medications and healthcare services.
Why is the reduction of health disparities important to patients?
What statistics or factual statements support this (provide statistics)?
What are the barriers associated with the reduction of health disparities?
What are some solutions to these barriers?