Today is Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved Black individuals in the United States. It serves as a time to honor resilience and reflect on the ongoing pursuit of health equity. At Modivcare, we are dedicated to addressing health disparities and ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all. Learn more about the significance of Juneteenth and the steps being taken to tackle health inequities in this insightful post by CDC Foundation: https://lnkd.in/eKXT9yRn #Juneteenth #HealthEquity #CommunityHealth #HealthcareForAll #teammodivcare #MODV
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*Snapshot below if you're low on time!* When talking about health equity, it's common to come across myths and misconceptions. For example, it is a myth that we live in a post-racism society — one in which racism has been eliminated, everything is equitable, and everyone is equal. Unfortunately, we have yet to manifest that reality, and believing we have does more harm than good. If we do not acknowledge the inequities, inequalities, and injustices that exist in the world, then we are allowing them to exist unchecked at the expense of others and ourselves. In this article, Nambi Ndugga & Samantha Artiga of KFF break down some of the facts and importance of acknowledging and addressing Black health disparities and inequities. Snapshot: Black people are more likely to experience… - Barriers in healthcare, especially socioeconomic ones (e.g., unfair/racist treatment, lower insurance rates, higher poverty and food insecurity rates, etc.). - Worse health outcomes (e.g., highest maternal and infant mortality rates, lower life expectancy, higher cancer mortality, higher risk of COVID-19-related hospitalization and mortality, growing rates of suicide and drug overdose deaths, increasing mental health needs, etc.) - Chronic racism-related stress (e.g., higher exposure to police violence and abuse, disproportionate exposure to gun violence, associated negative biopsychological health outcomes, etc.). https://lnkd.in/drXxHCr3 #publichealth #healthdisparities #healthinequities #racism #blacklivesmatter #acknowledgement #change #knowledgeispower #wecandoit
How Recognizing Health Disparities for Black People is Important for Change | KFF
https://www.kff.org
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This MLK quote still rings true today: "Of all forms of inequality, injustice in healthcare is the most shocking and inhumane." While there has been some progress in improving African American healthcare access, significant gaps in quality and affordability remain. We must acknowledge the systemic injustices embedded within the healthcare system and its infrastructure, particularly in terms of investment disparities. Unfortunately, 2023 saw a concerning decline in support for founders in this critical field, following a surge in health equity investment in 2021 spurred by the Black Lives Matter movement. Let's reflect on this crucial issue and commit to taking action towards more equitable healthcare for all. Kudos to healthcare founders and activists like Kevin Dedner, MPH, Kameron Matthews, MD, JD, FAAFP, Ashlee Wisdom, MPH, and Hafeezah Muhammad, who work tirelessly to make our healthcare system fairer, accessible, and affordable for every citizen in this country. #healthcarejustice #MLK #BlackLivesMatter #healthequity #digitalhealth https://lnkd.in/gCGk7_RQ
How Recognizing Health Disparities for Black People is Important for Change | KFF
https://www.kff.org
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Foreign Medical Graduate | Clinical Research/Trials Specialist ¦Junior Clinician Scientist in Translational, Integrative, & Precision Medicine ¦ <<HEALTH EQUITY THROUGH DIVERSITY>>
Many healthcare professionals across the globe struggle with implicit bias without even knowing. It's up to us, health-equity-aware and diversity-trained clinicians, scientists, and leaders to propitiate better grounds for the construction of equitable access to care platforms that guarantee quality over quantity, starting with training more Black and Brown providers and researchers. The lack of access for POC to free and affordable screening tools such as genetic testing, medical imaging, and high-quality primary care are clear example of structural racism and systematic apartheid. #HealthEquity #Equity #Diversity #Healthcare
"Dismantling structural racism and advancing health equity will also require addressing the social determinants of health that continue to disproportionately harm Black Americans, such as poverty, segregation, and environmental degradation, the panelists said. 'If we wanted to improve health outcomes in the United States alone, there’s a very simple intervention,' McLemore said, 'and that is paid family leave.'” Read more from STAT -- https://lnkd.in/gSen_q6p #MaternalHealth #BlackMaternalMortality #Racism
What will it take to end the crisis of Black deaths in the U.S.?
https://www.statnews.com
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This International Women's Day we take a moment to reflect on the continued health disparities Black women face here in California and nationally and why discussions today that center intersectionality and call out our unique experiences with healthcare are so crucial. Black women and girls still face persistent health disparities and inequities including but not limited to: - Lack of access to quality healthcare - Lack of culturally congruent care - Gross disparities in maternal and reproductive healthcare - Higher instances of chronic illness often due to social determinants - Higher rates of medical debt - Elevated levels of depression, anxiety, and isolation with inadequate access to culturally competent providers and mental health services CALIFORNIA BLACK WOMEN'S HEALTH PROJECT has dedicated 30 years to advocating for the health and well-being of Black women and girls. As we reflect on the impact Black Women have made today, we ask that you continue to uplift the importance of addressing the unique needs of Black Women, so that we too can have the quality of life we deserve. Read our Impact Report to learn more about our work! https://lnkd.in/g5UT2F9p #womenhistorymonth #internationalwomensday2024 #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenlead #cabwhp #blackhealthmatters
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Discover how five U.S. communities are trailblazing efforts in racial equity, making impactful changes in their justice and health systems. Then, stay tuned into our series as we delve into their inspiring stories of commitment and progress. #StepUp4RacialEquity https://lnkd.in/e_YHPEQq
Site Snapshot: How Five Communities Are Working to Advance Racial Equity - CSG Justice Center
https://csgjusticecenter.org
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Talks about #patientcentricity, #innovation, #RWD/RWE, #datastrategy, #diversity, #regulatory, #patient-focuseddrugdevelopment, #outcomesresearch, and #drugpricing
As highlighted in this article, factors such as place and community characteristics are crucial when discussing health disparities. Understanding the complex interplay of economic, social, and physical well-being can provide valuable insights into addressing disparities in healthcare outcomes. #HealthDisparities #CommunityHealth #EquityInHealthcare #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth
The state of Black residents: The relevance of place to racial equity and outcomes
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Very powerful and insightful post.
"This work has no end point and requires all of us to play a role in challenging deficit-based narratives and bias in our society. We have never experienced a truly racially just existence,” said Bukata Hayes, Vice President of Racial and Health Equity and Chief Equity Officer and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. “Things like becoming an antiracist organization and advancing racial and health equity are endeavors that will take years, even generations. The inequities and impacts of racism have been building for centuries. Hundreds of years of hardening won’t be undone with one chisel and one hammer—or in one quarter or calendar year.” #bcbs #savoy #healthequity
Beyond Negative Statistics: The Importance of Recognizing Black Communities as Assets and Leaders in Creating a Healthier Future - Savoy
https://savoynetwork.com
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Teach ALL of the history, not just the sanitized bits & pieces.
National Health Equity Expert • Health Tech Strategist + Advisor • Keynote Speaker • Entrepreneur • Trailblazer • Reimagining Drug Development
I was sitting in a grad school classroom the first time I heard someone say that the cause of racial health inequities is due to "genetic differences"... to imply that Black and Brown people are somehow genetically inferior. 😒 Sadly, that wasn't the first nor will it be the last time I hear this flawed argument (rooted in scientific racism and eugenics) as justification for health inequities. It happens all the time--by well-intended and well-known #healthcare and #publichealth leaders. And it begs the question: why is this the default argument so many lean on? Simple: it's because we don't know our own history. In every single opportunity I have to address a crowd, I make sure to discuss the past and present history of policies that intentionally disenfranchise BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and disability communities and how they are *all* directly connected to health outcomes today. We didn't get here by chance, ya'll. That's why Black history, Native history, LGBTQ+ history and so much more must be a part of our ongoing learning as leaders in the health ecosystem. Kudos to KFF for this timeline illustrating some of the key policies and events throughout history that continue to shape racial and health inequities even today. As we continue to see in real-time--those who do not learn history, are doomed to repeat it. #healthequity
How History Has Shaped Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities: A Timeline of Policies and Events | KFF
https://www.kff.org
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This article may be a difficult read for some but emphasizes the importance of understanding history to drive change in the present and future. When we sit at tables discussing #equitable and #accessible healthcare, let’s remember what got us here. Remembering our past is crucial to shaping a better future.
National Health Equity Expert • Health Tech Strategist + Advisor • Keynote Speaker • Entrepreneur • Trailblazer • Reimagining Drug Development
I was sitting in a grad school classroom the first time I heard someone say that the cause of racial health inequities is due to "genetic differences"... to imply that Black and Brown people are somehow genetically inferior. 😒 Sadly, that wasn't the first nor will it be the last time I hear this flawed argument (rooted in scientific racism and eugenics) as justification for health inequities. It happens all the time--by well-intended and well-known #healthcare and #publichealth leaders. And it begs the question: why is this the default argument so many lean on? Simple: it's because we don't know our own history. In every single opportunity I have to address a crowd, I make sure to discuss the past and present history of policies that intentionally disenfranchise BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and disability communities and how they are *all* directly connected to health outcomes today. We didn't get here by chance, ya'll. That's why Black history, Native history, LGBTQ+ history and so much more must be a part of our ongoing learning as leaders in the health ecosystem. Kudos to KFF for this timeline illustrating some of the key policies and events throughout history that continue to shape racial and health inequities even today. As we continue to see in real-time--those who do not learn history, are doomed to repeat it. #healthequity
How History Has Shaped Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities: A Timeline of Policies and Events | KFF
https://www.kff.org
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It is National Minority Health Month. I learned this from Devonya O'Dubhda. I want to help spread the word. Being a minority in the US, is hard. Being a female minority in the US, is harder. Being a female minority in the US giving birth, is not only hard: it’s dangerous. A stark statistic: giving birth in the year 2021 was 2.6 times more dangerous (deadly) for a black mom giving birth than a white mom. WTF. Full stop. That statistic can not be acceptable - not in 2021. Not in the US. I don’t know why. But I think there are some ways that I think the broader society can help: 1. If you’re in the health profession, share about your profession to BIPOC people. Mentor them. The more BIPOC medical professionals there are, the more people whose lived experience is represented in those taking care of them. 2. Support those around you. If your (BIPOC) friend is having a hard time - be there for them. Take them to their health appointment. Don’t dismiss their concerns. Their lived experience is not yours. Their body is not your body. 3. Be an advocate for minorities. Being in the majority comes with a lot of power but - with great power comes great responsibility. Just because you were fine in your exact experience, doesn’t mean they were. Amplify their voice (if they want the amplification). Why do I so passionately write about this when I’m … white? I may look white but I feel like a minority. I am not from here. I do not share the lived experience of most affluent white people. I more closely align with the Hispanic culture than the American (more on that another day). Today, this month, and always - be there for your minority friends. Their lives - stastically, undeniably - are hard. More details about minority health month, here: https://lnkd.in/gqvq377N
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