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Recent surveys show that only up to 60% of organizations have adopted health equity strategies within the last five years. A cross-functional approach is crucial for fostering an inclusive healthcare system. From enhancing cultural competence to addressing social determinants of health upfront, we delve into strategies that can transform theoretical concepts into active strategies for achieving health equity: https://hubs.la/Q02BxfPV0 #HealthEquity #InclusiveHealthcare #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth #SDoH

The economic imperative for health equity is too big to ignore, given that inequities in the US health system cost approximately $320 billion today and could eclipse $1 trillion in annual spending by 2040 if left unaddressed. Most importantly, we have a moral imperative to ensure all populations have equitable access to high-quality, preventive, and coordinated healthcare. Join us on December 10 for a webinar with Deborah Zimmerman, M.D. and Eric Alexander of Lumeris about how leaders in #valuebasedcare can more effectively address social determinants of health, reduce health disparities, and remove systemic barriers to support healthier communities and create a more equitable healthcare system. Register today at: https://lnkd.in/enKPUkRF #healthequity #SDOH #populationhealth #healthcareinnovation 

Join us on Friday, April 12 at 12:00 p.m. to learn about URAC's Health Equity Accreditation and why health equity matters everywhere in healthcare. In this webinar, we will share how to identify areas of inequities in the populations you serve and strategies for improvement at any level of your healthcare organization. Register for the webinar to learn more about this critical topic and how you can make a difference. #HealthEquity #URAC #Healthcare #Accreditation

This webinar is going to be a banger, with really great insights for anyone who cares about equity in health care (and that should be EVERYONE!). #Equity #HealthEquity #SDoH

The Conference on Health Equity is an inspiring conference focusing on health disparities and improving access to health care. Exciting developments will emerge from this important work! OneBarrow Corporation #HealthEquity #HealthcareAccess #OneBarrow #Innovation #2024Conference

ACAP and its 82 Safety Net Health Plan members stay committed to supporting health equity in every aspect of health care.     The second iteration of ACAP’s Pathway to Improve Health Equity reaffirms this commitment and focuses on three key pillars:     👂 Listening and learning: Involve participants from all levels of the organization, plan ongoing strategic communications, and integrate health equity into current structures and processes     📏 Measurement and analysis: Improve data collection standards for health equity and work towards reducing health disparities    📜 Policy implementation: Advocate for policies proven to support better health and address the root causes of disparities, like continuous eligibility and SDOH supports     Read more: https://bit.ly/3YapqxR     #HealthEquity 

Access to quality healthcare is one key in reducing inequities and disparities, but health is more than disease or illness. Health equity will be achieved when everyone is given the opportunity to reach their full health potential. #healthequity #healthcare #healthsystems #patientadvocate

Tessa R Sullivan, MPH, MPH Compliance Consultant understands how policy impacts people’s lives, especially when it comes to health equity. ARDX helps translate policy into practice. Learn more at www.ardx.net. #ARDX #HealthcareEquity #HealthPolicy #SDOH

How can we make health equity a reality? By prioritising equity and inclusion in health policy,  we can ensure everyone has the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. Health policies prioritise equity and inclusivity to address disparities and promote social justice. Engage marginalised communities in the policymaking process to amplify their voices and improve health outcomes for all. This is Tip #7 in my #PolicyProHealthSeries. Swipe through the visuals below to learn 10 ways you can start. Emphasising equity and inclusion in health policies isn't just about fairness—it's about ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. Let's prioritise equity and inclusion in our health policies, ensuring that no one is left behind. Take action today to advocate for policies that promote health equity and social justice for all. ♻️ Reshare if you agree. PS: Is your organisation walking the talk on health equity matters? Comment below! 👇 Anna Dé, Anna Dé - Healthcare Policy Consultancy #HealthEquity #StakeholderEngagementExpert  #HealthPolicyInfluencer #CommunicationsStrategist

While the government plays a crucial role in promoting #health #equity, private health organizations are uniquely positioned to advance it on a large scale. By addressing Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) within their managed populations, they can improve both clinical outcomes and their bottom line. Discover all the benefits of #SDoH interventions in private organizations in the #V2A SDoH Insight. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eFQNW4WX #V2AConsulting #BusinessStrategy #HealthEquity #ROI