Basics of Health Equity

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2021
Published By
American Medical Association

In this introduction to health equity, health equity and justice are defined, equality and equity are compared and contrasted, the four levels of racism are described, and the relationship between moving upstream and health equity is discussed. 

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Downtown Women’s Center: A Journey Towards a Trauma-Informed Community
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Introducing Health Equity Analysis Into State Review of Most Proposed Health Facility Changes
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Talking About Health Equity
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Policies and Laws for the Health of All
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Explore the Health Snapshot for Your Congressional District
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Public Health and Equity Resource Navigator
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Published on 10/22/2021