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Who Should Use the AHA Disparities Toolkit
This page provides targeted information on the toolkit for a specific audience or stakeholder.
AHA Disparities Toolkit - Visually Impaired Populations
Individuals who are blind or visually impaired present unique health communications needs as they seek to access and act upon health information.
AHA Disparities Toolkit - How To Use The Data
Ultimately, hospitals and other health care organizations need to be responsive to the communities they serve. A first step toward accomplishing this goal is understanding who the community is and working collaboratively to address problems and concerns.
Why Collect Data Using a Uniform Framework
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Collecting the Data: The Nuts and Bolts
Recent implementation of the PPACA now mandates certain standards for data collections in all national population health surveys.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Populations
Effective communication for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing is particularly critical in health care where miscommunication may lead to misdiagnosis and improper or delayed treatment.
AHA Disparities - How to Ask the Questions
We recommend that health care organizations/health plans provide a rationale for why they are asking patients/enrollees for information about their demographic and communications background.
Spotlight Feature: Diabetes education through a health equity lens
Erika Davis, manager of Community Health at Advocate Christ Medical Center’s Southland Region, discusses the programs’ goals for helping patients in surrounding communities.