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Racism as Public Health Crisis: New Strategy to Combat Inequalities.

The U.S. Senate declares racism a public health crisis, aiming to establish a nationwide strategy to address health disparities. Citizens can expect actions to improve access to healthcare and eliminate discrimination across various sectors, leading to better health and quality of life, especially for communities of color.
Key points
Official declaration of racism as a public health crisis in the U.S., paving the way for new initiatives.
Commitment to developing a nationwide strategy to combat health inequities and systemic racism.
Promotion of efforts to address social determinants of health, particularly for Black, Latino, and Native American people.
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Additional Information
A resolution declaring racism a public health crisis.
Print number: SRES 172
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Process start date: 2021-04-22