Hospital-at-Home for South Asian Communities in British Columbia, Canada: Qualitative Interview Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

South Asian communities in Canada face significant disparities in access to health care and experience higher rates of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension. Hospital-at-Home services have the potential to improve access and outcomes, yet little is known about how these services are perceived and experienced by South Asian patients and caregivers. Understanding both barriers and facilitators is critical for culturally responsive implementation.

Objective

This study aimed to explore the experiences of South Asian community members with in-person hospital care and their perceptions, attitudes, and expectations regarding virtual Hospital-at-Home services, with the goal of identifying culturally tailored strategies to improve ac

SUBMITTER: Wong E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12768396 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature