Healthcare in America has been unevenly distributed since its founding. In the wake of the pandemic, these disparities have been caste in sharp relief as the country struggles to address the system’s failures. Equal Hope is a healthcare education, advocacy and navigation organization whose mission is to eliminate health disparities across Chicago.
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Racial Wealth Gap and the Implications on Chicago’s Health
Dr. David Ansell and John McIlwain interview Dr. Helene Gayle, the President & CEO of the Chicago Community Trust. Under Dr. Gayle’s leadership, the Chicago Community Trust has identified the racial Wealth Gap as the primary strategic…
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Equal Hope discusses COVID-19 & healthcare disparities with Dr. Allison Arwady
Dr. David Ansell & John McIlwain discuss the City’s response to COVID-19 and what has been learned from the pandemic with Dr. Allison Arwady, Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health. Dr. Arwady explains that one…
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Equal Hope & Cross Industry Collaboratives
Equal Hope interviews Ayesha Jaco, the Executive Director of West Side United. Equal Hope is the predecessor organization to West Side United. John McIlwain & Dr. Patricia Robinson delve into West Side United’s genesis and learn more…
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