Health Equity

  • Health Equity Overview
    Health equity or inequity reflects social vulnerabilities and inequalities where people live, work, play, and worship.  These social vulnerabilities and inequities impact colorectal cancer outcomes and mortality. 
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  • Health Equity Statistics

    Obstacles and disparities associated with health equity impact all elements of health, including cancer screening.  For colorectal cancer screening, nearly half of premature CRC deaths nationwide are related to racial/ethnic, socioeconomic, and geographic inequalities.1   Data on health inequities and disparities is a key tool for identifying and addressing these barriers in vulnerable populations, thus improving health equity.

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References

1 Jemal A, Siegel RL, Ma J, et al. Inequalities in premature death from colorectal cancer by state. J Clin Oncol. 2015;33(8):829-835


Last Updated: 1/20/2023