Key Takeaways about Racism and Social and Environmental Determinants of Health
Our health is influenced by the social and environmental factors we are exposed to. In the US, racially marginalized groups experience worse health outcomes due to negative factors such as pollution, lead exposure, and limited access to green spaces. This infographic explores some statistical examples of disparities in these social and environmental determinants of health. To learn more, explore the pathway How Racism Affects Social and Environmental Determinants of Health.
Topics
- equity
- racism
- inclusion
- diversity
- belonging
- health equity
- public health
- medical discrimination
- RDEISE
- social determinants of health
- environmental determinants of health
- air pollution
- climate change
- lead poisoning
- green spaces
- noise pollution
- light pollution