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Kristina M Hash¹, Bernard G Schreurs², Sheridan M Tolley³

¹School of Social Work, Eberly College of Arts and Sciences, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, USA.

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|May 12, 2023

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Rural older adults face significant health, mental health, and economic disparities compared to urban peers. Addressing these rural health disparities requires targeted strategies and research training programs.

Keywords:

Appalachia aging health disparities life span rural areas

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Public Health

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Rural populations, particularly older adults, experience disproportionate health, mental health, and economic disadvantages compared to urban residents.
Aging in rural areas presents unique challenges and exacerbates existing disparities across the lifespan.
The Appalachian region is identified as a specific area of concern for aging-related health issues.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the multifaceted disparities faced by individuals residing in rural communities throughout their lives.
To examine the specific challenges confronting the aging population in rural Appalachia.
To discuss effective strategies and future research directions for mitigating health disparities in rural areas.

Main Methods:

The article defines 'rural' to establish context.
It analyzes health, mental health, and economic disparities across the lifespan in rural settings.
Case study approach focusing on the Appalachian region's aging population.

Main Results:

Rural residents, especially elders, face greater health, mental health, and economic challenges than urban counterparts.
The Appalachian region exemplifies heightened risks for aging populations.
Existing disparities are compounded for rural individuals across their lifespan.

Conclusions:

Targeted interventions and research are crucial to address rural health disparities.
The Appalachian Gerontology Experiences: Advancing Diversity in Aging Research program offers a model for training diverse students in aging and health disparity research.
Continued focus on rural health equity is essential for improving outcomes for all aging populations.