January, 2006
Caregivers of urban low-income children in Texas were more likely not to keep an appointment if they had the following traits: did not use a car to the last kept appointment; did not keep an appointment in the past due to transportation problems; had more than two people in the household; and did not keep […]
January, 1999
In a clinic population with a majority of families headed by young single mothers, 51% of study participants cited transportation difficulties as the primary reason for missed appointments. Specific reasons included riding public transportation, inclement weather, and having to care for several children during long waits for buses.
January, 1998
Transportation problems are the most common reason that Latino parents delay their children’s medical visits.