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解决无住所和庇护人群的皮肤病学问题和远程皮肤病学。

Addressing dermatologic concerns and teledermatology in undomiciled and sheltered populations.

发表日期:2024 Aug 19
作者: Kennedy Gallagher, Sahithi Talasila, Anna Bistline, Rebecca Krain, Leena Ramani, Elizabeth Jones
来源: Parasites & Vectors

摘要:

在美国,无家可归是一个重大的公共卫生问题,皮肤病是无家可归和受庇护人群中最普遍的健康问题。尽管对皮肤科护理的需求不断增长,但皮肤科医生的供应仍然不足,导致这一弱势群体在医疗保健获取方面存在差异。本综述旨在详细介绍无家可归者所经历的皮肤病范围,确定获得充分护理的障碍,并探索远程皮肤病学作为弥合这些差距的潜在解决方案。我们进行了全面的文献综述,分析了有关无家可归人群中普遍存在的皮肤病问题的研究和报告,以及远程皮肤病学在解决这些问题方面的功效。无家可归者面临着各种各样的皮肤病问题,从痤疮和湿疹等常见病症到蜂窝织炎、腿部溃疡和皮肤癌等严重问题。药物滥用、家庭虐待和性虐待以及寄生虫感染使这一人群的皮肤健康进一步复杂化。远程皮肤病学已成为一种有前途的工具,可提高皮肤科护理的可及性,显示出临床结果和可及性的显着改善,特别是在服务不足的城市环境中。然而,挑战依然存在,例如影响老年人和低收入人群的数字鸿沟,这可能会加剧差距。解决无家可归者的皮肤病需求需要采取多方面的方法。远程皮肤病学为改善护理获取和效率提供了可行的解决方案,但还需要付出更多努力来确保包容性并避免进一步边缘化。志愿者驱动的多学科诊所在提供护理方面也发挥着至关重要的作用,尽管它们在连续性和资源可用性方面面临挑战。未来的策略应侧重于将远程皮肤科与其他支持服务相结合,为这一服务不足的人群创建全面的护理模式。© 2024。作者。
Homelessness in the United States is a significant public health issue, with dermatologic disease being the most prevalent health concern among the undomiciled and sheltered populations. Despite a growing need for dermatologic care, the supply of dermatologists remains insufficient, contributing to disparities in healthcare access for this vulnerable group. This review aims to detail the spectrum of dermatologic conditions experienced by homeless individuals, identify barriers to adequate care, and explore teledermatology as a potential solution to bridge these gaps. A comprehensive literature review was conducted, analyzing studies and reports on dermatologic issues prevalent among the homeless population and the efficacy of teledermatology in addressing these concerns. Homeless individuals face a wide range of dermatologic problems, from common conditions like acne and eczema to severe issues such as cellulitis, leg ulcers, and skin cancer. Drug abuse, domestic and sexual abuse, and parasitic infestations further complicate the dermatologic health of this population. Teledermatology has emerged as a promising tool to enhance access to dermatologic care, showing significant improvements in clinical outcomes and accessibility, especially in underserved urban settings. However, challenges remain, such as the digital divide affecting the elderly and low-income populations, which could potentially exacerbate disparities. Addressing the dermatologic needs of the homeless population requires a multifaceted approach. Teledermatology offers a viable solution to improve care access and efficiency, but additional efforts are necessary to ensure inclusivity and avoid further marginalization. Volunteer-driven multidisciplinary clinics also play a crucial role in providing care, though they face challenges in continuity and resource availability. Future strategies should focus on integrating teledermatology with other supportive services to create a comprehensive care model for this underserved population.© 2024. The Author(s).