Positive incentives in health policy may worsen equality, study finds.
The article discusses how using incentives to encourage healthier behaviors can impact equality in health. It looks at both positive and negative incentives and how they affect access to healthcare and health outcomes. The researchers suggest that simply categorizing incentives as 'carrots' or 'sticks' doesn't fully address equality concerns. They highlight the need to consider various factors when assessing incentive schemes and raise important questions for further research. Ultimately, the article emphasizes the importance of balancing different factors when implementing incentive programs for health promotion.