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The Equity Channel purpose is to connect people interested in actions on social determinants for health. Through the Equity Channel Community, all members can exchange their ideas and publish their contributions related to the social factors of health.

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Babies born into poverty are damaged forever before birth

photo TEC.jpgThe health of babies born in deprived areas could be damaged for the rest of their lives long before they have even left the womb, according to startling research from Scots scientists.  They have found stressful conditions experienced by expectant mothers in ...
The Equity Channel gives regular updates about news related to social determinants of health. Visit our Website and contribute to the debate on social determinants of health.

Social inclusion & Health Equity

Picture from ZeroPoverty - @ZeroPoverty Social exclusion encompasses dimensions, including income poverty, unemployment, access to education, information, childcare and health facilities as ell as social participation. People at risk of social exclusion from society are more likely to die prematurely due to unhealthy lifestyles and poor living and working conditions.

PROGRESS Programme

The PROGRESS Programme is a financial instrument from the European Commission supporting the development and the coordination of EU policy in five areas.

Working for Equity in Health

To explore the relationship between work, worklessness, social protection as social determinants of health inequalities. Read more …