From Spotlight to Flood Light - COVID-19 Illuminating Health Disparities
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Explore a virtual conversation examining how the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted health disparities in the United States. Delve into the disproportionate impact on communities of color, analyze the underlying factors behind these disparities, and discuss critical changes needed to achieve health equity. Join Dr. Patrice Harris, President of the American Medical Association, and Joanne Kenen, Executive Health Care Editor for POLITICO, as they address the challenges of equitable access to care, representation in the medical field, and the importance of linking social and medical needs. Gain insights into vaccine distribution strategies and the broader implications for achieving a more equitable healthcare system in America.
Syllabus
Introduction
Guest Introductions
What struck you
What did you need
What are the social factors
What are the issues
Linking social and medical needs
Representation of the population
Doctors in the field
Vaccine distribution
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