To reduce social inequalities for health

The « Institut National de Prevention et d’Education pour la Sante » (INPES) published a report on « How to reduce social inequalities in health? » where it underlines that all indicators show that social inequalities increase. Since its creation, INPES has been deeply involved in this field, which is one of the pillars of the whole health promotion strategy promotion as well as of any programs for the health prevention or education. Health prevention, promotion and education have to involve everybody for equity. However, in practice, the most advantaged social classes get advantages out of this. One of the missions of INPES is to bring an expertise to professionals faced with inequalities, whatever the field they work in. This report is therefore addressed to them. The aim is to bring knowledge scientifically validated and assessed practices. The report does not content any normalized responses and does not bring any definitive solutions. It is a guide.

The report is available here