Health equity, a fundamental principle in evidence-based healthcare, strives to ensure that all individuals, regardless of socio-economic status or demographic factors, have the same opportunities to attain their highest level of health. In this paradigm, evidence plays a pivotal role in identifying and addressing disparities by informing policies and interventions that promote fair and inclusive health outcomes.
Evidence-based health equity initiatives leverage research findings to understand the root causes of health disparities and design targeted interventions. By incorporating data-driven strategies, healthcare practitioners and policymakers can tailor their approaches to meet the specific needs of diverse populations, addressing social determinants of health and systemic barriers.
Ultimately, health equity in evidence-based healthcare aims to create a landscape where everyone has equal access to high-quality care, leading to improved health outcomes and a more just and inclusive healthcare system.
Title : The power of presence: Investing in LVNs for lasting impact
Emma Gitomer, Houston Methodist Hospital, United States
Title : Reaching our residents: An interdisciplinary approach to educating our future providers in the art of telephone triage
Cori Brown, Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia, United States
Title : Turn the heat around: Quality improvement in malignant hyperthermia response through in-situ simulation
Ayumi S Fielden, Houston Methodist Hospital, United States
Title : PTSD and tools for nursing resilience
Renee Bauer, Indiana State University, United States
Title : Birth partnerships: Enhancing nursing care with doula support
Vera Kevic, Doulas on Bikes, Canada
Title : Shift strong: A proactive stress-physiology framework for early identification of nurse distress
Laura Hall, Colorado Mesa University, United States