The series has provided perspectives on how to dismantle unjust systems and structures that have long impacted health outcomes in historically
marginalized populations.
The first season is wrapping up today with an interview with Rashad Burgess of Gilead Sciences on how private-sector companies can advance health equity goals and how Gilead is specifically addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Black and Brown communities throughout Southern states in the US.
If you haven’t listened yet, here’s a good chance to get caught up on the first season, “Private Sector Solutions for Health Equity.”
Hosted by CVS Health’s Sree Chaguturu and Joneigh Khaldun, the inaugural season explored how to challenge injustices in health care through research, evidence, community-building, and other innovative solutions.
In the premiere episode, Thomas Sequist from Massachusetts General
Brigham considered the important role of health and hospital systems in driving health equity in the US.
Bryan O. Buckley of the National Committee on Quality Assurance argued that collaboration with communities as they considered health equity accreditation is a key component for how to improve health equity.
With looming concerns surrounding disparities with maternal health outcomes, Mary-Ann Etiebt of Merck provided insight into how her participation with the Merck for Mothers
initiative has played a pivotal role to address and understand this variance.
Nicole Christian-Brathwaite of Headway and Well Minds Psychiatry & Consulting explored mental health care disparities, examining the impacts these inconsistencies have had on historically marginalized communities and what strategic approaches can be conducted to improve mental health outcomes.
In an attempt to drive positive, equitable health outcomes, Karen DeSalvo of Google sought opportunities to leverage data and partnerships as equitable drivers and explored the strategies from public and private sectors when promoting health equity.
And finally, today’s episode caps the first season off with an interview with Rashad Burgess of Gilead Sciences.
We are grateful to CVS Health for supporting the inaugural season.
Did you like this series? Let us know what you thought by sending us an email at [email protected]. Be sure to share this series with a friend; it’s the best way for the show to grow.
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we're highlighting influential Hispanic and Latino voices and organizations who have made an impact on health equity and policy.
The LatinX Health & Medical Society is a professional membership organization for Hispanics, Latinxs, Hispanic/Latinx-Americans, and their supporters in the global life sciences industry, including biotechnology, clinical research, medical device/diagnostic, and pharmaceutical sectors.
The society has helped global inclusion councils, health equity leaders, employee resources groups, and diversity teams
understand and achieve a holistic view of health equity. Their programming includes educational events, workshops, research, recruiting, and networking opportunities.
About Health Affairs
Health Affairs is the leading peer-reviewedjournalat the intersection of health, health care, and policy. Published monthly by Project HOPE, the journal is available in print and online. Late-breaking
content is also found through healthaffairs.org, Health Affairs Today, and Health Affairs Sunday Update.
Project HOPE is a global health and humanitarian relief organization that places power in the hands of local health care workers to save lives across the globe. Project HOPE has published Health Affairs since 1981.
