Dr. Brian Smedley will participate in a webinar discussion on strategies used for adoption and implementation of policies and approaches that address health equity. The webinar will draw on promising practices from federal, state health agencies, tribal entities, and other community partners.
Health equity is an economic issue as well as a social justice issue. Significant inequities and disparities exist between different racial/ethnic groups, socioeconomic classes, geographical location, and in social determinants of health such as poverty, education, inadequate housing, and unsafe working conditions. The burden of health inequities constitutes a huge financial and social cost to our nation in terms of the quantity and quality of life.
During this webcast, participants will:
- Increase awareness of the economic impact of health equity and opportunities to inform federal, state, tribal, and local partners.
- Understand the unique opportunities to address the economic impact of health equity with partners in tribal health and other racial/ ethnic groups.
- Increase sharing of best and promising practices and policies in the economic case for health equity.
