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/hɛlθ ˈekwɪti/ · health ˈek-wi-ty
noun
- The state of being free from avoidable differences in health status among different populations, particularly in terms of socioeconomic status, ethnicity, or geographic location. The new healthcare policy aimed to improve health equity by increasing access to affordable healthcare services for low-income communities.
- The process of identifying and addressing the root causes of health disparities, with the goal of achieving equal health outcomes for all populations. The health equity initiative involved a multidisciplinary team of researchers, policymakers, and community leaders working together to develop targeted interventions and policies.
verb
- To address and reduce health disparities by promoting equal access to healthcare and addressing the social determinants of health. The hospital's mission was to health equity by providing culturally sensitive care and addressing the social determinants of health in its patient population.
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Did you know? The concept of health equity has its roots in the 1980s, when the World Health Organization (WHO) first recognized the need to address health disparities and promote equal access to healthcare.