DEI implications on health access

In this podcast, Dr Luke James discusses the impact of DEI on peoples’ access to healthcare, with Lucy Brown, Senior Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultant at Mercer. During this episode, we discuss how the experience of healthcare varies based on demographics such as access to resources, systemic bias, and location. Deprived areas have limited access to green space, healthy food, and healthcare providers. Employers can address these disparities by offering inclusive benefits and targeting coverage gaps. Finally, we address how understanding the specific needs of different demographic groups can help ensure that preventative care is accessible to those who need it most.