I am writing a paper and don't understand this particular question..

Question

What does it mean if a patient is part of a marginalized population?
Can someone help explain this question?

Answer 1

Marginalized populations tend to be those people who are often left out of society. They could be homeless, very poor, uneducated, or a feared minority.

Answer 2

They could be people who don't speak any or much English.

Answer 3

thanks for clearing that up for me Ms Sue :o)

Answer 4

You're very welcome, Jen.