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Must-Read Book on Health Equity
Healthfirst’s Dr. Susan Beane is featured in the book, "Necessary Conversations: Understanding Racism as a Barrier to Achieving Health Equity". The book shares conversations about racial inequities that are essential, difficult and urgent.
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Health Department Releases Major Report Detailing Health of Asians and Pacific Islanders in New York City - NYC Health
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What is Health Equity? A Definition and Discussion Guide - RWJF
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New York City Department of Health Studies on Health Disparities in New York City
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Improving Contracting between Human Services and Health Care Organizations: Recommendations from a Cross-Sector Collaborative
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Timely Postpartum Visits for Low-Income Women: A Health System and Medicaid Payer Partnership
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Center for Innovation in Mental Health at CUNY SPH Awarded NIH Grant for Harlem Strong
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