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Economic Impact of Black Women’s Health on Society

142nd APHA Annual Meeting and Exposition (November 15 - November 19, 2014): http://www.apha.org/events-and-meetings/annual
Monday, November 17, 2014 : 3:10 PM - 3:30 PM

Paula Williams Madison , Williams Group Holdings, LLC, Chicago, IL
The Black Women’s Health Study reveals 20 years of evidence of health and social disparities prevalent in Black women.  These disparities emanate from and result in inequities that ripple throughout the economy and society.  Conversely, equity in Black women’s health would have a substantial impact on society.  This paradox will be explored and discussed.

Learning Areas:

Other professions or practice related to public health
Public health or related public policy

Learning Objectives:
Describe the economic impact Black women have on society. Explain the cost benefit of Black women’s wellness on business and society.

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Qualified on the content I am responsible for because: I am the Chairman and CEO of Madison Media Management LLC, a Los Angeles limited liability company which invests primarily in emerging media, entertainment and communication businesses. As the former Executive Vice President of Diversity at
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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