Health equity is lacking in groups with disadvantages

Marshfield Clinic Health System and Security Health Plan have dedicated $200,000, to drive innovative, community- led projects, that improve health equity, including social determinants of health.

The program, Addressing Health Disparities, seeks to improve health equity, by addressing health disparities. Health disparities are preventable differences in health between groups that are experienced by groups with social, economic and/or environmental disadvantages.

Health equity is achieved when health disparities are eliminated, and everyone can attain their full potential for health and well-being, regardless of education level, socio-economic status, race, sex, sexual orientation, geographic location, disability or other dimensions of inequality.

Tax-exempt and government agencies serving communities within the health system service area, are encouraged to apply for up to $10,000, for programs to improve health equity for underserved or marginalized populations.

“Our mission is to enrich lives through accessible, affordable, compassionate healthcare,” said Jay Shrader, vice president of community impact and social accountability. “We can’t do that without partnering with community organizations, to address the community conditions and systems that prevent people from attaining their full health potential.”

Applications will be accepted through Oct. 9.

For additional eligibility and funding information, and to access the application, visit marshfieldclinic.smapply.org.