New IFDHE resource helps hospitals address health disparities during COVID-19 crisis
The AHA’s Institute for Diversity and Health Equity today released a new resource highlighting steps hospitals can and are taking to address disparities that arise during the fight against COVID-19. The resource includes examples of actions that can help ensure vulnerable populations receive equitable care. To learn more about hospital and health system efforts to advance equitable health and health care, visit IFDHE’s webpage.
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