Health Disparities: What They Are and Why They Matter

Medical conditions are often more common in some groups than others. Why does this happen? And what can be done about it?

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Healthy Heart Health Disparities: What They Are and Why They Matter Different groups and communities can have markedly different levels of health. Some populations can have higher rates of cancer, for example, while others might be more likely to be obese or use tobacco. Learn how these health disparities can have a profound impact on the public health of a community. READ NOW READ THESE NEXT What Is Health Equity and How Do We Get There? READ NOW  › What Are the Causes of a Heart Attack? READ NOW  › How a Heart Attack Is Diagnosed READ NOW  › You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Healthy Heart newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2020 Verywellhealth.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy