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Kidney Care for Haitian Immigrants in the United States
Santhoshi Rupa Bavi1, Katherine Rizzolo2,3
1Department of Nephrology, Boston Medical Center, Boston, USA. santhoshi.bavi@bmc.org.
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Haitian immigrants face significant chronic kidney disease (CKD) disparities in the U.S. due to unexplored barriers. This review examines factors and proposes solutions for equitable kidney care.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Disparities
- Nephrology
Background:
- Haitian immigrants experience disproportionately high rates of chronic kidney disease (CKD).
- Existing research on CKD disparities in Black Americans does not fully capture the unique challenges faced by Haitian immigrants.
- There is a significant lack of epidemiological data on CKD within the Haitian immigrant community in the U.S.
Abstract:
The Haitian immigrant population in the United States is disproportionately affected by chronic kidney disease (CKD) yet underrepresented in research and policy discussions. While disparities in CKD care among Black Americans have been described, the unique barriers faced by Haitian immigrants in the U.S. remain insufficiently explored, including the lack of epidemiological data. In this article, we review environmental, social, institutional, and policy factors influencing kidney care for this community and discuss potential solutions[Fig.1]. This article aims to inform clinicians, educators, and policymakers seeking to advance equitable kidney care for Haitian immigrants in the United States.
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