Health Equity
What is health equity?
Providing individuals with fair opportunities to achieve their highest health potential
Which historical event is often cited as a major example of unethical medical practices affecting trust in healthcare systems?
The Tuskegee Syphilis Study
This pandemic, which began in late 2019, greatly affected public health worldwide and exposed disparities in healthcare access.
COVID-19
The infant mortality rate in the U.S. for Black infants is approximately this many times higher than for White infants.
What is 2.5 times higher
What are social determinants of health?
non-medical factors that can impact a person's health, and they contribute to health inequities. These are the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age, and they play a significant role in influencing health outcomes and overall well-being.
True or False: Environmental racism refers to the disproportionate exposure of certain communities to environmental hazards.
True
This African American woman, known for her activism, was a public health advocate who fought for better sanitation and health education for Black communities
Ida B. Wells
This technology has become a vital part of healthcare during the pandemic, allowing patients to connect with doctors remotely.
telehealth
ccording to the CDC, Black Americans are this percentage more likely to experience maternal mortality than White Americans.
3-4 times more likely
A neighborhood's safety, available recreational spaces, and transportation options are all part of this determinant.
the physical environment
The principle of this type of healthcare focuses on meeting the unique needs of various groups to ensure fair treatment.
culturally competent care
This African American physician and public health pioneer helped found the National Medical Association, which aimed to address discrimination against Black physicians.
Dr. Booker T. Washington
The implementation of this act aimed to expand health coverage to millions more Americans and reduce disparities.
the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
What percentage of health outcomes is determined by non-medical factors like social and environmental influences?
50%
What are two examples of social determinants of health that influence health equity?
Possible Answers: Income level, education, housing, access to nutritious food, transportation, neighborhood safety, etc.
This public health strategy prioritizes the health needs of underserved and marginalized populations by providing targeted programs and policies.
targeted outreach or community-based health interventions
This pioneering Black physician is known for his work in developing public health initiatives to combat tuberculosis in African American communities.
Dr. Charles R. Drew
This technology is being applied to medical diagnostics, treatment plans, and patient management to make healthcare more efficient.
artificial intelligence (AI)
This percentage of the U.S. population is considered to be in a state of food insecurity.
What is 10-12%
Which social determinant of health has the greatest impact on health outcomes?
Socioeconomic status
This landmark piece of legislation, signed in 1964, was pivotal in addressing systemic racial inequalities, including those in healthcare access.
the Civil Rights Act
This 1960s public health campaign focused on improving the health and wellbeing of Black communities in response to issues like poverty and poor access to healthcare.
the Black Panther Party’s Free Breakfast for Children Program
This public health policy is gaining momentum, aiming to prevent diseases by reducing sugary drink consumption through additional taxes.
a soda tax or sugar tax?
According to 2021 statistics, this is the leading cause of death for African Americans.
heart disease
This social determinant is linked to a community's access to nutritious and affordable food. Areas without these are known as food deserts, which contribute to poor diet and increased risk of chronic diseases.
What is food security or access to healthy food?