Health Equity

Ensuring Equitable Access to Quality Care

Every initiative we undertake is grounded in health equity. From pinpointing strategies to address the social determinants of health to targeting public health interventions to reach  populations disproportionately affected by outbreaks, Altarum is committed to transforming our system of health care into one that is more just and equitable.

Learn more about our impactful work.

Our Health Equity Expertise in Practice

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Enhancing Cancer Surveillance Efforts by Validating Cancer Data Quality

Altarum is improving the speed and accuracy of cancer data submission to enable scientists and public health officials across Michigan to have efficient and prompt access high-quality data.

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FOCUS AREAS: Public Health Information Technology
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Building the Evidence Base for the Good Food for All Program

With Altarum’s insight and expertise, Partnership for a Healthier America is developing new strategies to expand access to healthy foods for all.

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FOCUS AREAS: Health Equity, Maternal and Child Health, Food and Nutrition
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Addressing Systemic Inequities in Support of a 21st Century Maternal and Child Health Workforce

We’re leading a strategic workgroup made up of MCHB staff and staff from 10 HBCUs to advance discussions and expand knowledge around maternal and child health.

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FOCUS AREAS: Maternal and Child Health, Health Equity

Related News and Insights

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August 28, 2024

Altarum Helps to Enhance Data Capacity for Harbor Care Foundation

Altarum provides technical assistance to Harbor Care Foundation, enhancing data capacity and improving outcomes for vulnerable populations in LA County.

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March 31, 2021

Altarum Launches AHRQ-Funded Cooperative in Michigan to Support Rural Practices in Preventing Heart Disease

Altarum will lead a three-year project to reduce the number of heart attacks and strokes in Michigan by helping rural primary care providers integrate and implement the best available evidence and treatment for hypertension and smoking cessation.

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January 04, 2024

New Research in Preventing Chronic Disease Evaluates Distribution Model to Increase Access to Affordable Fruits and Vegetables

The Altarum Food and Nutrition team examined the impact on fruit and vegetable intake of Good Food at Home program, with support by Partnership for a Healthier America.

News
June 28, 2024

Together for Public Health: Altarum Joins Common Health Coalition

Altarum joins as one of the first 50 members of the Common Health Coalition to enhance public health initiatives and align missions for a healthier future.

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January 22, 2024

New Report Details Health Care Spending and Employment Trends in Virginia for 2022

Altarum today released its new report assessing Virginia's health care sector and tracking trends in health care spending and employment for 2022. 

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January 02, 2024

Altarum Announces Dr. LaQuandra Nesbitt as New Board of Trustees Member

Altarum announced today that Dr. LaQuandra Nesbitt, a national leader in public health, has joined Altarum's Board of Trustees, effective January 1, 2024.

Related Events

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July 29 - August 01, 2024

Altarum to Present at SNEB 2024

Altarum’s work will take the stage at Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior (SNEB)’s international conference with a presentation on improving food access with produce credits at brick-and-mortar versus online with Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), City of Indianapolis, and Instacart. and a poster presentation on Maine’s State Nutrition Action Council.

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March 28 - April 09, 2024

Altarum Presenting at PATH TA Marketplace Vendor Fairs

Altarum will be presenting at DHCS’s virtual PATH Technical Assistance (TA) Marketplace Vendor Fairs on March 28th and April 9th. 

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February 05 - February 08, 2024

Altarum to Present at the 2024 Association of SNAP Nutrition Education Administrators (ASNNA) Annual Conference

Food and nutrition expert Becca Hofer from Altarum will present at the 2024 ASNNA Conference. The objective of this year’s conference is to explore, examine, and enhance the practice SNAP-Ed programming to empower communities and foster nutrition security.

Our Health Equity Experts

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Michael Monson

Chief Executive Officer, President, and Trustee
Sarah Barth

Sarah Barth

Executive Director, Medicare-Medicaid Services for States
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Laura Sankey

Executive Vice President and Chief Program and Strategy Officer