Making Healthcare Equal for Everyone - Addressing Health Inequalities

Explore the critical issue of healthcare inequality in this 59-minute lecture by Professor Kevin Fenton at The Royal Institution. Examine how the COVID-19 pandemic exposed significant health disparities in society, particularly in London. Learn about the stark differences in life expectancy and premature mortality rates between neighboring areas. Discover hopeful strategies to address these inequalities, drawing from Fenton's extensive career tackling disparities in HIV and COVID-19. Gain insights into improving health outcomes for all, creating a more equitable healthcare system, and building a just legacy for current and future generations. Understand the far-reaching impacts of health inequalities on communities, services, and overall quality of life in urban environments.