Tag: equity
Celebrating Black History While Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Are Under AttackÂ
Black History Month has a deep-rooted history in agriculture, stemming from the establishment of Negro History Week in…
The Perils of Ignoring Racial Equity in Disaster Relief and Recovery Are Costly
Disaster movies may be a popular pastime for many, but for those living through extreme weather events and…
Can Cayaba Care Light The Path To Maternal Health Equity?
This level of personalized care and understanding of her cultural context made her feel supported and empowered throughout…
Patient care declines after private equity buys hospitals, study finds
Health policy experts at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) recently published a paper in JAMA revealing the…
Walgreens Pharmacy Strength Throws Cold Water On Private Equity Deal
Walgreens Boots Alliance's retail pharmacy business is on the rise, with the company's CEO dismissing rumors of a…
Aletha Maybank to step down as AMA’s chief health equity officer
Aletha Maybank, a trailblazing health equity advocate, recently announced her departure from the American Medical Association (AMA) after…
How A Chicago Health System’s $1 Billion Investment Advances Equity
This investment by Advocate Health Care in revitalizing healthcare on Chicago’s South Side is a significant step towards…
If Walgreens Sells To Private Equity, Deal May Join Others Under Fire
Walgreens Boots Alliance Considers Sale to Private Equity Firm If Walgreens Boots Alliance follows through with a sale…
How NIH is pushing for health equity for Americans with disabilities
This lack of understanding and empathy can lead to discriminatory practices in healthcare settings, resulting in subpar treatment…
It’s Time to Institutionalize Equity at the Department of Agriculture
The concept of equity has become a hotly debated topic in recent times, especially as anti-DEI (diversity, equity,…
‘Equality’ and ‘Equity’ Are Different. But in Thriving Schools, They Coexist (Opinion)
This historical context has created deep-rooted disparities that persist today, affecting access to resources, opportunities, and outcomes in…
Novel screening tool could improve telehealth access and equity
Telehealth has become a crucial tool in the healthcare industry, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the shift…