Meeting Notice SBOH 07-11

For immediate release: October 18, 2007

Contact:
Heather Boe, State Board of Health 360-236-4104

 

Council discusses health priorities for underserved groups
Monday, October 22, 9 – 11 a.m., Point Plaza East, Rooms 153, 310 Israel Rd SE, Tumwater

The Governor’s Interagency Council on Health Disparities will discuss priorities for improving the health among communities which have traditionally lagged behind the state’s population in general.

During the upcoming session, the council will continue its discussion about which health priorities the state should focus its resources on first. The term "health disparities" describes the higher rates of disease, disability and death among certain groups when compared to the general population. Serious disparities among racial and ethnic groups in Washington have been well documented.

The council meets Monday, October 22, from 9 to 11 a.m. Council members will participate by phone. The public may listen to the meeting, held at Point Plaza East, 310 Israel Rd SE., Tumwater. More information is available on the Health Disparities Council Web site (www.sboh.wa.gov/hdcouncil) or by calling the state Board of Health office, 360-236-4104.

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The Board’s mission is to provide statewide leadership in advancing policies that protect and improve the public’s health. It does this by reviewing and monitoring the health status of all people in Washington; analyzing policies, providing guidance, and developing rules; promoting system partnerships; and encouraging public engagement in the public health system. For more information, visit the Board of Health Web site (www.sboh.wa.gov/).