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A recent report reveals that US women face the worst health access and outcomes among high-income nations. The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions and policy reforms to improve women's health, particularly in underserved communities. Notable findings on women health surround mortality, health status, access to care, and affordability of care. Read more! #WomensHealth #HealthEquity #Healthcare #HealthAccess #PublicHealth

The Health Policy Partnership, with guidance from members of the A Million Conversations Initiative’s Advisory Group, released a report titled Earning Trust: A Foundation for Health Equality, funded by Sanofi in July. Among the esteemed Advisory Group members was Kristi Mitchell, CEO of Atlas Clarity LLC and Health.Equity.Outcomes. This report explores the essential policy principles needed to build trust between underrepresented groups and health systems. The focus is on four traditionally underrepresented groups—racial and ethnic minorities, women, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities—across five countries: Brazil, France, Japan, the UK, and the US. Recent global surveys highlight troubling trends of mistrust in health systems within these regions. To address this, the report draws on established trust frameworks, reviews existing health equity policies in the selected countries, and incorporates insights from the International Advisory Group. The goal was to identify gaps in trust and propose concrete, evidence-based policy actions that can be locally co-implemented to foster more trustworthy health systems. While different regions face unique challenges, the recommendations offer valuable insights for tackling these issues globally. We encourage you to read the full report (https://bit.ly/AMC-trust) and join us in advocating for policy changes to create a more inclusive and trustworthy, and equitable healthcare environment that was endorsed. This new version includes logos of those organizations who have endorsed the report. #HealthEquity #PolicyChange #BuildingTrust #UnderRepresentedGroups #GlobalHealth #HealthcareInnovation

The Health Policy Partnership, with guidance from members of the A Million Conversations Initiative’s Advisory Group, released a report titled Earning Trust: A Foundation for Health Equality, funded by Sanofi in July. Among the esteemed Advisory Group members was Kristi Mitchell, CEO of Atlas Clarity LLC and Health.Equity.Outcomes. This report explores the essential policy principles needed to build trust between underrepresented groups and health systems. The focus is on four traditionally underrepresented groups—racial and ethnic minorities, women, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities—across five countries: Brazil, France, Japan, the UK, and the US. Recent global surveys highlight troubling trends of mistrust in health systems within these regions. To address this, the report draws on established trust frameworks, reviews existing health equity policies in the selected countries, and incorporates insights from the International Advisory Group. The goal was to identify gaps in trust and propose concrete, evidence-based policy actions that can be locally co-implemented to foster more trustworthy health systems. While different regions face unique challenges, the recommendations offer valuable insights for tackling these issues globally. We encourage you to read the full report (https://bit.ly/AMC-trust) and join us in advocating for policy changes to create a more inclusive and trustworthy, and equitable healthcare environment that was endorsed. This new document version includes logos of those organizations who have endorsed the report. #HealthEquity #PolicyChange #BuildingTrust #UnderRepresentedGroups #GlobalHealth #HealthcareInnovation

Women are the backbone of our #NHS, #healthcare sector and public services more generally. NHS staff who are women make up: 👩⚕️ 88.6% of the 342,104 nurses and health visitors 🚑 42.5% of 18,509 ambulance staff 👩🔬 77.6% of 172,267 scientific, therapeutic and technical staff 👩💼 62% of 22,552 managers 🏥 76.7% of 1.3 million NHS staff are women Yet, research underscores the critical disparities in healthcare outcomes for women in the UK (and it’s even worse globally) highlighting the need for better healthcare policy and practice. 🔬 Clinical Research and Healthcare Disparities: Women's underrepresentation in clinical trials leads to greater healthcare risks and misdiagnoses. Gender-specific symptoms, particularly in conditions like heart attacks, are often overlooked, impacting women's healthcare quality. 👩⚕️ Mental Health Concerns: Women are disproportionately affected by mental health issues, with higher incidences of anxiety and depression, especially among young women. An alarming increase in suicide rates among women across various age groups calls for urgent attention. 💷 Impact of Poverty on Health: Poverty significantly affects women's health outcomes, with those in lower-income brackets having limited access to healthcare services. This issue is exacerbated for certain ethnic groups and individuals living in rental housing. 🩻 Overall Health Indicators: A higher percentage of women report long-standing health issues and face delays in healthcare services. Additionally, women's role as informal caregivers often puts additional strain on their health. I think it’s safe to say we need urgent action to address gender-based disparities. So it may be #iwd2024 - but let’s keep women in the spotlight every day. References: 1. House of Lords Library - Women’s health outcomes: Is there a gender gap? 2. House of Lords Library - Mental health issues and suicide rates among women 3. House of Commons Library - Impact of poverty on health 4. Office for National Statistics - General health indicators in the UK #healthcare #healthequity #womenhealth Amy Davis Dr Farah J. Kathryn Granleese Emma-Victoria Fell Pilar Fernandez Hermida Asma Nafees Naomi Azmi Katherine Church Katherine Forbes Alissa Hsu Lynch

Over the past 20 years, the number of people aged 80+ in the European Union has almost doubled, rising from 3.7% of the population in 2003 to 6.0% in 2023. The aging population requires accessible, high-quality, and long-term care. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted that the elderly care sector is partly unprepared for such health crises. To address these gaps and enhance the quality of elderly care at the European level, Blocks Health and Social Care is partnering in the Eldicare 2.0 project, co-funded by the European Union. Eldicare 2.0 aims to introduce sector-wide changes in the post-COVID-19 era, aligning with the European Commission's goals for digitalization, the green transition, and the skill set required for professionals in the field. Some of the main goals of Eldicare 2.0 are: - Developing a long-term skills strategy for elderly care professionals, by creating a Skills Ecosystem for Elderly Care workforce. - Upskilling and reskilling the elderly care professionals, to be able to meet the growing needs of the ageing population. - Upgrading the existing and emerging Occupational Profiles with essential skills for the elderly care practitioners, by focusing on the principles of digital and green economy, the entrepreneurship and a patient-centred care. - Bridging the skills gaps of elderly care professionals, by analysing the skills mismatches at post COVID era, in order to ensure a common basis for the competences. Learn more about the project here: https://eldicare2-0.eu AKMI International | Aktios Elderly Care | ACQUIN e.V. | BK CON | APSS CR | FNAQPA | Gérontopôle AURA | Lares Mayores | ÖJAB – Österreichische JungArbeiterBewegung / Austrian Young Workers Movement | Blocks Health and Social Care | DAYANA H Ltd. | Eurocarers | European Ageing Network (EAN) | European Social Network | European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB) | European Vocational Training Association - EVTA Source: https://lnkd.in/dMPgAmpw

Health equity is about the fair achievement of good health and wellbeing, and not simply the equal distribution of health care. It is a multidimensional concept that must be viewed within the context of inequities that affect health — including socioeconomic status, education, the physical environment, employment, and social support networks. It ensures that everyone has a fair and just opportunity to attain their optimal health regardless of race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, geography, preferred language, or other factors that affect access to care and health outcomes. United Nations UN Women World Health Organization Medicus Mundi Switzerland My 2 Cents: https://lnkd.in/eBnHvZWQ

As a community health service providing gender-affirming care, we see discrimination and breaches of human rights as the main driver of health inequity between trans and cisgender people. We have made a submission to the Australian Human Rights Commission's investigation into threats to trans and gender diverse human rights. Join us in advocating for a rights-based approach to health and stronger anti-discrimination legislation and protections for trans and gender diverse people. Our response highlights the following: ♦️ Trans and gender diverse people experience breaches of their human rights in many life domains, to the detriment of their health and wellbeing. ♦️ The ‘Right to Health’ is one of the most fundamental human rights; however, it is not attainable for many trans and gender diverse people due to a lack of affordable and accessible gender-affirming care. ♦️ Gender-affirming care is crucial to the health and wellbeing of trans and gender diverse people. We know it saves lives. ♦️ Australia desperately requires enhanced funding for gender-affirming specialist services and the capacity building of mainstream health services to deliver LGBTIQA+ inclusive services. ♦️ Most Australians support the human rights of trans and gender diverse people; however, a vocal minority of anti-trans campaigners pose a major threat to the further deterioration of rights. #GenderAffirmingCare #HealthEquity #GenderDiverse #AustraliaHealthcare

Last month, the Australian Human Rights Commission conducted an investigation into the current and emerging threats to trans and gender diverse human rights. Your Community Health put forward a submission, recognising that the ‘Right to Health’ isn’t available for many trans people due to lack of affordable and timely gender-affirming care options. Healthcare rights are further threated as we see the rise in anti-trans lobbyists, and countries such as the US and UK introducing bills that seek to diminish LGBTIQA+ equity. We will continue to advocate for increased funding and sector reforms to ensure LGBTIQA+ Victorians have timely access to inclusive, safe, and gender-affirming services, as we know this saves lives. It's important for advocates and allies to continue pushing for inclusive policies and protections that ensure healthcare is accessible for all. Our submission also addressed other forms of discrimination affecting the health and wellbeing of trans people, including in sports, employment, and technology. You can read our submission on our reports and publications page: https://lnkd.in/gFKHPg3e

Do you know the differences between health equality, health equity, and health justice? Here’s a quick breakdown according to a Healthline Media article written by Jennifer M. E. ✅ Health Equality: Everyone gets the same resources and access to care, but this may not address specific needs. ✅ Health Equity: Tailoring support and resources to help individuals achieve the same health outcomes, considering personal circumstances and social determinants. ✅ Health Justice: Removing systemic barriers to ensure equitable access to healthcare for all, addressing root causes of health disparities. What can you do? There are a few ways you can get involved in advocating for health equity: ▶ Become more educated about health inequities and public policy. ▶ Raise awareness among your family, friends, and organizations. ▶ Volunteer at organizations that advance health equity. While you can make personal changes, such as recognizing bias, to achieve health justice, you’ll need to work with others. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that communities do the following: 🔺 Respect the community’s diversity. 🔺 Work toward equitable access to healthcare, education, housing, transportation, and child care. 🔺 Engage trusted leaders who represent affected groups. 🔺 Work to correct myths, stereotypes, and misinformation. 🔺 Build trust and partnerships with public health entities. 🔺 Share information with clear, easy-to-read, culturally conscious language. At VMG, we're dedicated to advancing the goals of the Health People 2030 Initiative through our comprehensive health equity, diversity, and inclusion services. Our offerings include detailed literature reviews, evaluations of equity and cultural competency, and adherence to CLAS standards. We conduct robust data collection and analysis to assess the social impact of health programs—a crucial step in driving meaningful change. Our skilled team also provides diversity training, personalized coaching, and leadership and organizational development to enhance your organizational capabilities. Let's work together to create a more equitable and inclusive future! What steps are you taking to advance health equity in your workplace? Read the entire article here: https://lnkd.in/ek_Fiuw6 #HealthEquity #HealthEquality #HealthJustice

women contribution in solving public health challenges. Women play a vital role in solving public health challenges, contributing significantly to: 1. Healthcare workforce: Women comprise 70% of global healthcare workers. 2. Community health: Women often serve as community health workers, volunteers, and caregivers. 3. Health education: Women educate families and communities on healthy practices. 4. Health advocacy: Women advocate for health policy changes and resource allocation. 5. Research and development: Women contribute to medical research, epidemiology, and health innovation. 6. Health leadership: Women hold leadership positions in healthcare organizations and policy-making. 7. Mental health support: Women provide emotional support and counseling. 8. Nutrition and food security: Women manage household nutrition and food security. 9. Disease prevention: Women participate in disease prevention programs. 10. Health promotion: Women promote healthy behaviors and lifestyle choices. Key areas where women's contributions are crucial: 1. Maternal and child health 2. Reproductive health and rights 3. Infectious disease prevention and control 4. Mental health and well-being 5. Chronic disease management 6. Health system strengthening 7. Global health security 8. Health equity and access Challenges women face in public health: 1. Gender bias and discrimination 2. Limited access to education and training 3. Restrictive policies and laws 4. Social and cultural barriers 5. Unequal pay and opportunities Empowering women in public health: 1. Promote gender equality and inclusivity 2. Support women's education and training 3. Encourage women's leadership and participation 4. Address social and cultural barriers 5. Advocate for women's rights and health equity Recommended resources: 1. World Health Organization (WHO) - Gender and Health 2. United Nations (UN) - Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3. Global Health Council - Women and Girls' Health 4. American Public Health Association (APHA) - Women's Health 5. The Lancet - Women's Health and Gender Equality Actionable steps: 1. Support women's education and training in public health. 2. Promote women's leadership and participation in healthcare. 3. Address social and cultural barriers to women's health. 4. Advocate for women's rights and health equity. 5. Encourage gender-sensitive public health policies.