Accessing health services
Through the case studies in the previous steps, we focused on how people with disabilities might have difficulties accessing different health services, such as sexual reproductive health services or mental health services. In this step, you will explore different types of access barriers for people with disabilities in more detail with Dorothy Boggs, a researcher and staff doctoral student at LSHTM and occupational therapist.
In this video, Dorothy defines discrimination as defined in Article 2 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) and describes the cross cutting nature of barriers across individuals and groups and settings. She presents an overview of different types of barriers to accessibility that people with disabilities might encounter when accessing different health services. Specifically, she discusses attitudinal, physical, communication, informational and financial barriers and provides examples of each type.
The presentation concludes by looking at a health clinic setting diagram, discussing the various barriers to accessibility that are identified.
What access barriers have you encountered? Share your thoughts in the comments area below. Please remember not to reveal any confidential information when posting your comments.
Reach your personal and professional goals
Unlock access to hundreds of expert online courses and degrees from top universities and educators to gain accredited qualifications and professional CV-building certificates.
Join over 18 million learners to launch, switch or build upon your career, all at your own pace, across a wide range of topic areas.
