Rooted in Racism: An Analysis of Health Disparities in Tennessee TJC's Senior Health Policy Director, Kinika Young, was featured on the Tennessee Health Care Campaign webinar, "Rooted in Racism." RESOURCES We are proud to be part of a community of leaders, movers and shakers who
Breaking the Cycle: How Tennessee's Health Crises Relate to Adverse Childhood Experiences By Rashmi Bharadwaj November 6, 2020 Executive Summary Tennessee has appeared in many health-related headlines, leading the country in opioid misuse and deaths, excess chronic disease burden, and loss of health coverage and access. In recent years, Tennessee’s poor health
Rooted in Racism: An Analysis of Health Disparities in Tennessee By Kinika Young July 27, 2020 Executive Summary The disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on Black Americans is the latest of many examples of health disparities within this population. Dating back to the beginning of this nation, health disparities have existed and have
HEALTH & FAIRNESS IN TENNESSEE Tennessee ranks near the bottom (50th being worst) among all states in several key measures of health, including 45th in cancer deaths, cardiovascular deaths, and diabetes 43rd in premature death 44th in access to quality health care and preventive services With Tennesseans suffering such serious health problems,
Reede Scholars Live - Podcast TJC's Senior Health Policy Director, Kinika Young, was featured on this week's Reede Scholars Live podcast episode, "Let's Talk Health Equity." CLICK HERE TO LISTEN. RESOURCES We are proud to be part of a community of leaders, movers and shakers who
