Root of the Issue Podcast
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CURRENT EPISODE
The Root of the Issue is made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation
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Bridging Health Divides: El Centro de Corazón & Aetna's Journey to Health Equity
In this episode of Root of the Issue, we are honored to be joined by two remarkable individuals: Marcie Mir, the Chief Executive Officer of El Centro de Corazón, and Simone Simon Gardner, Lead Director of Senior Community Affairs at Aetna, a CVS Health Company.
Sponsored by Aetna, El Centro de Corazón has been a cornerstone of Houston's East End community since 1994. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), El Centro provides a comprehensive range of health care services for the underserved, uninsured, and underinsured. From family practice to dental and behavioral health services, El Centro goes above and beyond to ensure that every individual receives the care they need.
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Join us as Marcie and Simone share their insights into the challenges and triumphs of working towards health equity. From overcoming barriers to accessing care to fostering community partnerships, they offer valuable perspectives on the journey towards a healthier, more equitable future for all. Tune in to learn how El Centro de Corazón and Aetna are making a difference in the lives of countless individuals and families.
Conversations with Health Equity Champions
The Root of the Issue shares the personal and professional journeys of nationally recognized health equity advocates and their work to end disparities in access to healthcare and basic needs in America. Our podcast provides inspiration to become involved in our collective quest for health equity and offers common sense solutions to the underlying injustices that prevent all Americans from living a life of health and well-being.