Health Inequality

New UF Health Jacksonville center will target health care inequities

The Florida Blue Foundation is granting $3.7 million to UF Health's Urban Health Alliance to establish the statewide Center for Health Equity and Social Justice.

Produce section in Seed to Table grocery store in Naples on April 7, 2022. The accessibility and affordability of fruits and vegetables impact the health of communities and highlights health inequities because of social determinants.

Health News Florida

Two communities, one county: How social determinants impact food security

Katiuska Carrillo

Social determinants of health are a major reason why people born in one part of Collier County are expected to live 15 years longer than those in other parts of the county, according to federal data.

A seaside scene in Indonesia. As countries like Indonesia move up the income ladder, some health conditions improve — but new threats, like non-communicable diseases, loom large.

Health News Florida

How To Reduce Human Suffering: 3 Lessons From A Seminal Public Health Study

Nurith Aizenman

The authors of the "Global Burden of Disease" report track the toll from every conceivable cause of death or disability. This year they also share intriguing solutions that give cause for optimism.

People in all income groups view income inequality as a serious problem.

NPR Health

Webcast: Health Implications Of Income Inequality

Joe Neel

Watch as experts on income inequality discuss a recent NPR poll that is notable for capturing the views of the top 1% of earners in America. The webcast was livestreamed on Jan. 27.