Health Disparities: A Case Study

It is important that one addresses health disparities in medically underserved communities because it can most importantly, improve quality of life as well as decrease health care cost nationwide. The decrease in health care cost will have an exponential effect on the economy by allowing more governmental funding opportunities to other important issues such as education, social security and other community services. By addressing health disparities within these communities it can allow for social and economic growth in these communities, by enabling governmental funds to be invested in education and jobs. I have personally been involved in a number of free community health fare events in Harlem and South Jamaica, Queens, in which we provided blood pressure and glucose screening for participants. During these events we also provided participants with educational information regarding nutrition, stress and exercise. I enjoy community events because it provides for a
There is no greater pride than fulfilling the dreams and aspiration of my ancestors. I am currently pursuing my Bachelorette degree in nursing, but I do not plan on stopping there, I plan to continue until I receive my Doctorate. I feel great pride in being a nurse. I am in a position to greatly affect people’s lives not only physically but spiritually and mentally. As Florence Nightingale said, nursing is not only a science but also an art. As a bachelorette trained nurse I will be able to assist my patients and colleagues in not only a clinically aspect but as a leader and manager. But once I obtain my Masters and Doctorate, I will be able to further enhance the nursing community by being able to train and educate future