Explore a thought-provoking TED talk that challenges conventional healthcare paradigms. Discover how Rebecca Onie, through her organization Health Leads, reimagines waiting rooms as proactive health improvement spaces and empowers doctors to address social determinants of health. Learn about an innovative approach that treats food insecurity, inadequate housing, and lack of heating as medical issues, utilizing a dedicated volunteer force comparable to elite college sports teams. Gain insights into a revolutionary healthcare model that aims to keep people healthy rather than simply treating illnesses.
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What if our healthcare system kept us healthy? - Rebecca Onie
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TED-Ed