Video: Health Equity Matters
The Health Equity Collaborative (HEC), a broad-based group comprised of national civil rights, progressive, and multicultural organizations launched a new video focused on the current health crisis faced by underserved and underrepresented communities.
The Health Equity Collaborative seeks to eliminate health disparities through the utilization of a holistic and intersectional approach to healthcare.
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Confront the Rising Cost of Healthcare
To truly lower costs and achieve better outcomes for every patient, all healthcare stakeholders must be held accountable for the rising cost of care.
Protect Critical Federal Healthcare Programs
Protecting federal healthcare programs like Medicare and Medicaid is crucial for ensuring the health and well-being of millions of Americans. These programs provide essential coverage to vulnerable populations, including seniors, low-income individuals, and people with disabilities.
Promote Patient Empowerment Across the Healthcare Sector
Empowered patients are more likely to be actively engaged in their own care, leading to better health outcomes, increased adherence to treatment plans, and greater satisfaction with their healthcare experience.
Support Breakthrough Medical Technologies and Innovation
We encourage the research and development of medical treatments to improve health outcomes and combat diseases that disproportionately affect diverse communities.
Improve Representation of Diverse Populations in Clinical Research and Data Sets
Having rich data on diverse communities and strong representation in medical research and clinical trials ensures that the treatments developed benefit all patients.
Build a Representative Healthcare Workforce
Increasing the diversity of America’s healthcare workforce is essential to gaining patient trust and ensuring all segments of our society receive high-quality, culturally competent care.
Modernize Value-Based Treatment and Clinical Care
When it comes to healthcare, one size does not fit all. It is critical that lawmakers and industry stakeholders provide meaningful tools and personalized services to meet the needs of diverse populations.
