Becker's Healthcare July 29, 2021
Patsy Newitt

The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated the gaps in different populations’ access to healthcare. The Joint Commission on July 14 released a safety advisory to address these inequities.

Here are the four actions for hospitals and medical centers to consider:

1. Make equity a strategic priority within the institution, leveraging policies and practices that embrace antiracism....

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