The challenge of asthma in minority populations

Clin Rev Allergy Immunol. 2012 Aug;43(1-2):156-83. doi: 10.1007/s12016-011-8263-1.

Abstract

The burden and disparity of asthma in race/ethnic minorities present a significant challenge. In this review, we will evaluate data on asthma epidemiology in minorities, examine potential reasons for asthma disparities, and discuss strategies of intervention and culturally sensitive care.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Asthma / diagnosis
  • Asthma / epidemiology
  • Asthma / ethnology*
  • Asthma / therapy
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Ethnicity / statistics & numerical data
  • Female
  • Healthcare Disparities
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Male
  • Minority Groups / statistics & numerical data*
  • Racial Groups / statistics & numerical data
  • United States / epidemiology