MedCity News May 30, 2024
Bryan O. Buckley

Hospitals and health systems stand at the forefront of advancing health equity and carry the heavy responsibility of treating illness while promoting wellness and reducing disparities in health outcomes.

Many people face health challenges due to unmet social needs, such as food insecurity, unstable housing, or lack of transportation. These social factors, or health-related social needs, can reduce a person’s wellbeing, and make it difficult to manage chronic conditions, recover from illness or maintain overall good health. Rural and urban hospitals and health systems stand at the forefront of advancing health equity and carry the heavy responsibility of treating illness while promoting wellness and reducing disparities in health outcomes of their communities.

To effectively fulfill the role of convenor,...

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