Healthcare Use and Prescription of Opioids in Rural Residents with Pain

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Researches the factors affecting healthcare use and prescription of opioids in low-income individuals living in rural areas. Examines the relationship between rural residency, low socioeconomic status, and self-reported pain levels, along with the disparities caused by greater need and limited access. Findings are based on information collected from 64 rural, low-income individuals with chronic pain receiving treatment at Federally Qualified Health Centers.

Shweta Kapoor, Beverly E. Thorn

Rural and Remote Health, 14(3), 2879

09/2014

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Federally Qualified Health Centers · Health disparities · Mental health conditions · Pharmacy and prescription drugs · Prescription drug misuse