Black Directors Health Equity Agenda

"Embedded Bias" is a seven-part must-read series from STAT that exposes the hidden biases shaping our healthcare system. Race-based clinical algorithms impact diagnoses, treatment, and access to care. This series is a reminder of the work needed to achieve true health equity. Read these stories from real people now: https://lnkd.in/es_5qa_V #HealthEquity #Series #ClinicalAlgorithms

Americans are hesitant about getting vaccinated against COVID-19 or the flu. “The pandemic taught us that it is possible to close some of the gaps in immunization rates among communities of color, but we still have a long way to go” -Reed Tuckson, MD. Hear from experts as they share their perspectives on the importance of vaccinations. These are must-read insights from Dr. Mandy Cohen, Dr. Robert Hopkins, and Dr. Reed Tuckson, MD: https://lnkd.in/gsBfPypW #Vaccines #HealthDisparities #ExpertOpinion

We're always on the lookout for insightful podcasts that spark meaningful conversations about health equity, health disparities, and DEI. Here are a few of the ones we're currently listening to: Off The Charts from Health Partners, hosted by Kari Haley and Steven Jackson, MD, MBA, FAAPMR Race to Value, hosted by Ashley Schwartz, BS, MHA Enabling Health Value, hosted by Eric Weaver, DHA, MHA If you host a podcast or listen to one covering these topics, please share it in the comments. #Podcast #ApplePodcasts #SpotifyPodcasts

Black women are facing higher risks when it comes to breast cancer, and the disparities are alarming. Despite having lower overall diagnosis rates, Black women are 40% more likely to die from breast cancer than White women. (American Cancer Society) However, as Erica Warner, ScD MPH, said, "If we can create them, we can eliminate them." Read this article via Essence to learn more about the disparities and how to prevent and advocate. Early detection is key! https://lnkd.in/g65mVnFQ #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #RacialDisparities #Equity

Health equity is good for the economy. In Deloitte's recent report, Kulleni Gebreyes, Jay Bhatt, David Rabinowitz, Michelle A. Williams, Mani Keita Fakeye, PhD, and Wendy Gerhardt Dorfman uncover how advancing health equity could add $2.8 trillion to the US GDP by 2040. Investing in equitable care isn't just the right thing to do; it's an economic obligation that benefits everyone. Read this report and learn about the impact of health equity and what it could mean for the economy and the future of healthcare. https://lnkd.in/gbkAWP9f #HealthEquity #Deloitte #EconomicGrowth

A new Axios article by Tina Reed reveals the growing divide in healthcare, suggesting that minority doctors are more likely to accept Medicaid than White doctors. Millions of low-income patients are often left without care. Low reimbursement rates have led to a decrease in the number of doctors accepting Medicaid - worsening the healthcare disparities for vulnerable communities. Read it now: https://lnkd.in/gd2TbTWy #Minority #Medicaid #HealthDisparities

Health literacy is more than just reading. It's about empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health. An eye-opening 24% of Black adults scored at the "Below Basic" level in health literacy. Closing this gap is our priority. We've compiled a list of trusted resources about health literacy and communication. Please share others in the comments. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://lnkd.in/gNQhDdrc National Institutes of Health: https://lnkd.in/gQa3AuRM U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): https://lnkd.in/gQC2b9gm #HealthLiteracyMonth #HealthLiteracy #RacialDisparities

Racial bias paired with financial incentives is putting Black mothers at risk. Cesarean sections are often necessary, life-saving procedures, but when they're performed simply because operating rooms are empty, it's putting Black mothers at risk. According to a recent study, this is exactly what's happening. We encourage you to read this article from Sarah Kliff/The New York Times and learn about the startling disparities contributing to the broader maternal health crisis in the US. https://lnkd.in/djMfXHjX #RacialBias #CSections #MaternalHealth

ICYMI: BDHEA has been awarded $1.5M from Kaiser Permanente’s fund at the East Bay Community Foundation to advance our health equity mission! With support from our strategic partners Deloitte, EY, and U.S. News & World Report, this grant will support the development of a health equity playbook designed for board directors and executive leaders in public hospitals and community health centers, as well as launch the BDHEA Board Diversification & Inclusion Project. Get all the details from Becker's Healthcare: https://lnkd.in/gs36N9SR #HealthEquity #Funding #HealthDirectors

Building vaccine confidence in the Black community is critical for public health. We are grateful for the efforts of leaders like Dr. Virginia Caine, Dr. Randall Morgan Jr., and Dr. Lauren Dungy-Poythress, who recently spoke on a panel moderated by Reed Tuckson, MD. Together, they addressed the challenges and misinformation surrounding vaccines, and their roles as Black health professionals. Watch the full discussion now or read about their conversation here from BlackDoctor.org: https://lnkd.in/dWv8Qsi3 #VaccineConfidence #HealthcareDisparities #BlackHealthProfessional