Access to healthcare refers to the ease and ability for individuals to obtain medical services when needed. This research area focuses on understanding the barriers and challenges that prevent certain populations from accessing healthcare, such as cost, lack of insurance, geographic location, language barriers, and cultural factors. Researchers in this area aim to identify strategies and interventions to improve access to healthcare for underserved communities and reduce disparities in healthcare outcomes. This research is crucial for informing health policy decisions and improving overall healthcare delivery and outcomes.