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Social Justice and Its Effect on Wellness

Social Justice and Its Effect on Wellness

Social Injustice, Health inequity and trauma can take a toll on our physical and mental health. According to the American University Law Review, the health of approximately 46.7 million individuals, most of whom are low income and racial minorities, is threatened by economic, societal, cultural, environmental, and social conditions. Poor health in any culture or population affects everyone. Efforts to improve health among low income and minority communities are impeded by inequitable social structures, stereotypes, legal systems, and regulatory structures that are not designed to consider the social determinants of health.

Dr. Noella C. West DNP, APRN, AGNP-C, CNL, SCRN, ENLS

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