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Socio-economic inequalities in health services utilization: a cross-sectional study
How social and economic differences relate to using health services
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Abstract
Over 1,040 households in Isfahan province were analyzed to evaluate health service utilization based on socio-economic status.
- Economic status, educational level, insurance coverage, and household gender are key factors influencing health service utilization.
- Households with a high socio-economic level are more likely to access and use health services.
- Self-medication patterns were found to be more prevalent among lower socio-economic groups.
- Female-headed families experience greater challenges in accessing basic health services.
- Supportive policies may be necessary to address the needs of disadvantaged households.
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