BMC Public Health
Healthcare access barriers by mental health status among South Asian adults in Hong Kong: an exploratory cross-sectional study
Abstract Background Access to healthcare services has a considerable impact on overall health at all stages of life. Depression and anxiety, coupled with migrant or ethnic minority status, may amplify unique challenges in accessing healthcare, including social, economic and language barriers. This study investigates the relationship between mental health and healthcare access barriers among South Asian adults in Hong Kong. Method A cross-sectional survey with 604 South Asian adults residing in Hong Kong was conduct …