Key Takeaways About Health Disparities

Why do some groups of people suffer from poorer health outcomes than others? In this infographic, we summarize what health disparities are, how they come about, and why socially disadvantaged groups are more likely to experience them. We’ll also explore how they can be addressed in our society. To learn more, explore the pathway What Are Health Disparities and What Causes Them?

Topics

  • health equity
  • public health
  • medical discrimination
  • equity
  • racism
  • inclusion
  • diversity
  • belonging
  • RDEISE
  • health inequity
  • health disparities
  • social determinants of health
  • environmental determinants of health
  • health outcomes