How do you measure progress toward health equity—and ensure it leads to real change? In this episode, we dive into the complexities of creating metrics that reveal the full picture. We explore the Health Equity Measurement Framework’s focus on social determinants and causal pathways, alongside national strategies for tracking disparities. Discover why addressing within-group heterogeneity, balancing relative and absolute values, and segmenting data by subgroups are essential for designing programs that truly make an impact. This episode is a must-listen for anyone working to understand and improve health outcomes.

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Dover, D. C., & Belon, A. P. (2019). The health equity measurement framework: A comprehensive model to measure social inequities in health. International Journal for Equity in Health, 18(1), 36. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12939-019-0935-0
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