D031 Mobile Health Clinic-Bring Care to the Community College of Health Professions, Western Governors University D031: Advancing Evidence-Based Innovation in Nursing Practice (35pages)

Health Professions, Western Governors University D031: Advancing Evidence-Based Innovation in Nursing Practice Mobile Health Clinic-Bring Care to Community Relevant Sources Review The increased medical costs in United Stated have deprived citizens of seeking appropriate care. Despite continued efforts to improve healthcare access and quality of care, the healthcare system's fragmentation poses a barrier for people suffering from chronic disease to receive adequate care, mainly the minority groups and common among mental health patients. Besides, the stigma around these populations often a barrier to mental health patients seeking treatment. Without adequate intervention for meeting the population's health needs, chronic diseases' prevalence will continue to rise and continue to create a financial burden on the nation. Evidence has shown meeting people in their community where they live, and work encourages participation in their disease management. Exploring new innovative models will reduce the health disparities seen among the vulnerable populations and people suffering from mental diseases. Mobile Health Clinic (MHC) is an innovative healthcare delivery model that