1. The document discusses policy frameworks that can enhance health equity. It summarizes the presentation of Bob Gardner to the IUHPE Conference in Vancouver.
2. Some key points made are that health disparities are rooted in social and economic inequality, and that macro social and economic policy changes are fundamental to reducing health disparities. Comprehensive, cross-sectoral policy frameworks and local initiatives are also important.
3. The document outlines several promising policy directions discussed, including setting targets to monitor progress, improving access to healthcare, targeting interventions to disadvantaged groups, enhancing primary care and viewing all policymaking through a health equity lens. Local and community-based actions also have important roles to play.
1. Policy Frameworks to Enhance Health
Equity
Presentation to IUHPE Conference
Vancouver, June 2007
Bob Gardner, PhD
Director of Public Policy & Director of Research