The issue of underinsurance or lack of health insurance is more acute in rural areas. Women in rural communities often work in sectors that are less likely to provide health insurance benefits, such as agriculture or small private businesses. Without insurance, the cost of healthcare, including preventive services, can be prohibitively expensive, leading to a reluctance or inability to seek necessary medical care.
Lack of Health Insurance
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The issue of underinsurance or lack of health insurance is more acute in rural areas. Women in rural communities often work in sectors that are less likely to provide health insurance benefits, such as agriculture or small private businesses. Without insurance, the cost of healthcare, including preventive services, can be prohibitively expensive, leading to a reluctance or inability to seek necessary medical care.
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