Pandemic inequalities: Emerging infectious diseases and health equity
This commentary explores four main linkages between Emerging Infectious Diseases and health inequalities concluding with needed research directions and policy actions.
Resource Library
Our resource library contains more than 350 resources. The library is evolving, as we continue to add resources that are relevant, geared to practice, and either recently published or foundational to current health equity thinking in public health. To suggest a new resource or to learn more about our resource selection process, please contact us.
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The Positive Impact of Public Health Engagement in Healthy Aging During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This journal article by Wolfe and colleagues describes how the COVID-19 pandemic drew attention to health inequities experienced by older adults as well as the pivotal role of public health in healthy aging.
An intersectionality-based policy analysis framework: Critical reflections on a methodology for advancing equity
The Intersectionality-Based Policy Analysis (IBPA) framework provides an equity-informed approach to health policy development. The IBPA promotes inclusive health policy.
The Roles of Public Health in Population Mental Health and Wellness Promotion
This report from the National Collaborating Centre for Public Policy (NCCHPP) describes five key roles for public health in population mental health and wellness promotion, including practice examples to demonstrate how these roles look in action.
One Chance to be a Child
This report presents data on key indicators of child and youth wellbeing in the province of Nova Scotia, Canada, and includes recommendations for action on poverty and systemic racism as the most urgent threats.