Native Americans have a long history of resilience, but they have also been subjected to centuries of oppression and marginalization. These experiences have had a profound impact on their health and well-being. Today, Native Americans experience significant health disparities compared to other racial and ethnic groups...
Earlier this fall, Time Magazine recently featured an interview with Amy Hinojosa, President and CEO of MANA, A National Latina Organization about the ongoing work of the Health Equity Collaborative (HEC). The full interview can be found here and below. As President and CEO of MANA,...
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), a time to raise awareness about the importance of routine vaccination for people of all ages. Vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to prevent infectious diseases, and they are especially important for communities of color, who...
One pervasive myth about the American healthcare system is that rising drug prices are behind the rapidly increasing costs of healthcare. Because of this idea, the goal of reducing drug prices has become a focal point for lawmakers and political leaders, including President Biden.[1] Reducing healthcare...
Maria Town, President and CEO, American Association of People with Disabilities I will never forget when an adult primary care physician asked me how I got cerebral palsy (CP). I was stunned. Cerebral palsy is the most common motor disability in children, and most instances of...
Washington, DC - Today, the Health Equity Collaborative (HEC), a diverse community comprised of dozens of national, public health, patient advocacy, and multicultural organizations committed to supporting equity and combating disparities experienced by underserved communities, published a new research paper that summarizes several causes of...