Women as the Chief Health Officer of their home

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Target Audience

Healthcare professionals, care providers.

Description

Understanding the health disparities that disproportionately impact women and especially women of color is key to achieving a healthy and thriving community. In this session we will explore the various disparities that exist for individuals and groups of women. Through interactive activities we will gain understanding of the influence of lived experience and social factors on health outcomes for women. Lastly we will discuss ways to address these disparities to meet the unique needs of diverse groups of women.

Speaker
Alisahah Jackson
Brisa Urquieta de Hernandez

Objectives

• Interpret health disparities specific to women and specifically women of color.
• Assess the mental, physical and emotional load carried by women.
• Explain impact of various drivers on health outcomes for women.
• Examine approaches to support women and improvement in health.

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