Definition of Underserved: Policies, Issues, and Relevance
Language:
English
Publisher:
Nursing Health Services Research Unit
Series/Journal Title:
Health Human Resource Series
Volume:
1
Copyright:
2006
Pages:
29
Description:
This paper begins by clarifying the terms shortage and underserviced. Provincial and federal programs for underserviced areas in Ontario are then described and considered in terms of their relevance to nursing. A discussion of the issues associated with policies addressing shortage and underserviced areas follows. The paper concludes with recommendations for change. The importance of making funding decisions based on a clear understanding of relevant concepts and models is emphasized. [introduction]
Subject
Geographic Focus
Resource Type
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