Quality Interactions

Understanding Washington State's Health Equity Training Requirement

The importance of addressing health disparities has never been more pronounced, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic's stark display of healthcare inequities. In..

Collecting REaL/SOGI Data with Cultural Competency

As the demographic makeup of the United States continues to evolve, with projections indicating that Hispanic and non-White racial and ethnic groups will constitute the majority..

Black Maternal Health Week 2024: Elevating Care Through Cultural Competency

Black Maternal Health Week 2024 (#BMHW24, April 11-17) is an opportunity to equip healthcare providers with the skills and understanding to improve healthcare for Black mothers..

­­What is Medical Bias?

Medical bias, or prejudice in healthcare settings, can significantly impact patient care and outcomes. To address medical bias, it is imperative to delve into its origins, effects..

What Is Racial Bias in Healthcare?

Understanding and addressing racial bias is essential to delivering equitable healthcare. Racial bias in healthcare is a multifaceted issue that influences patient care, medical..

What Is Structural Bias in Healthcare?

In today's evolving healthcare landscape, understanding and addressing structural bias is an ethical and practical necessity for healthcare organizations. But what exactly is..

What is Gender Bias in Healthcare?

Gender bias in healthcare is the disparity in treatment and care that individuals receive based on their gender. Gender bias impacts various aspects of medical care, including..

Embracing Cultural Diversity in Healthcare: Opportunities and Challenges

As society becomes progressively diverse, the healthcare industry must evolve to meet the varied needs of all patient populations. Embracing cultural diversity is essential to..

How Does Implicit Bias Affect Healthcare Providers?

Person-centered care is a benchmark for high-value healthcare. The expectation of person-centered care is that healthcare providers will make clinical decisions based on..

How to Reduce Implicit Bias in Healthcare

Implicit bias, or the unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions, can significantly influence patient care in healthcare settings...