194843 Discussant

Monday, November 9, 2009: 3:35 PM

Nancy Krieger, PhD , Department of Society, Human Development, and Health, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA
As discussant, I will reflect critically on the presentations included in this session, as framed by a discussion of the importance of analyzing political systems and priorities is essential for understanding and improving population health and rectifying health inequities.

Learning Objectives:
Evaluate the papers presented at this session and offer critical comparisons and synthesis of key points

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Qualified on the content I am responsible for because: I have served as discussant on similar sessions organized by the Spirit of 1848 at prior APHA sessions, and have done so in my capacity as Chair of the Spirit of 1848 Caucus
Any relevant financial relationships? No

I agree to comply with the American Public Health Association Conflict of Interest and Commercial Support Guidelines, and to disclose to the participants any off-label or experimental uses of a commercial product or service discussed in my presentation.

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