Episode 10 (S8). Health Is Not Equal: Confronting Health Inequities

Episode 10 (S8). Health Is Not Equal: Confronting Health Inequities

Author: Nadia, Fran, Eugene January 18, 2026 Duration: 33:58
We have a new episode for you! In this conversation, we take a critical look at health inequities, the unfair and avoidable differences in health outcomes that continue to impact individuals and communities every day. Why do some people live longer, healthier lives simply because of where they’re born, the colour of their skin, or the resources available to them? How do systemic inequality, discrimination, and underfunded services shape who gets access to care, who is heard, and who is left ...

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