Social justice must be all-encompassing. In June 2020, the life expectancy of whites was 78 years. For African Americans, it was 72. One major reason why is the prevalence of chronic disease among minority communities. Every BIPOC community faces racial disparities that play a role in the social determinants of health […]
Rural Health Disparities: The Challenges and Potential Solutions Explained
For years we’ve heard about the health risks of smoking, obesity, and stress. But what if those factors were less important than our environment? Research shows that where we live has a big impact on health outcomes. And unfortunately, people living in rural areas often have a lower life expectancy, higher […]
Health Equity: Understanding and Identifying the Root Causes of Inequalities
Are you a medical professional or a community activist? Just passionate about public health?You may already have first-hand knowledge of disparities within your local community, but have you considered how health inequities come to be in the first place?The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion seeks health equity. […]
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