Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Health and Health Care: Historical and Contemporary Issues

Description

This training explores the historical and contemporary roots of racial and ethnic health disparities in the U.S. healthcare system. It highlights systemic structures, such as race- and class-based segregation, and evaluates recent efforts, including the Affordable Care Act, to address inequities.

Target Audience

Healthcare professionals, policymakers, educators, and students seeking to understand and mitigate health disparities in the U.S.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

1. Understand the historical origins of racial and ethnic health disparities in the U.S. healthcare system.
2. Identify key structural and systemic factors perpetuating contemporary health disparities.
3. Assess the impact of the Affordable Care Act on health equity.
4. Propose actionable strategies to advance health equity and reform systemic injustices in healthcare delivery.