Tackling racism in health care
During a pandemic, we forget that health is more than simply avoiding a virus. The more sinister attacks on our health have historically been, and continue to be, related to the “social determinants of health,” everything from income and employment to housing and education.
One of those powerful determinants that can make Canadians squirmy is racism. Discussing racism causes eye contact to be avoided and chairs to be shifted. But even more uncomfortable is acknowledging the profoundly harmful b