In the brief discussion, “Ensuring Racial Justice and Health Equity in OB/GYN,” Dr. Washington Hill discusses the problem of “social determinants of health.” Essentially, he notes that experiences of race, gender, and sexuality shape health care and health access –thus shaping individual health experiences.
Choose one of these suggestions offered in this editorial and think about how these ideas could be implemented. Do your best to be specific–this is a challenge that speaks to the real-world work experiences of nurses, doctors, social workers, teachers, health educators, and individuals employed in the insurance industry. Of course, it also relates to all individuals who seek medical help!
How might these suggestions for addressing the social context of health care be important for all of us to take seriously?
