88: Maximizing Investments in Social Determinants of Health Through Interagency Collaboration
Description
The social determinants of health (SDOH)—the social, economic, and built environments in which people live, learn, work, and play—have significant impacts on health outcomes. Yet, sustainably funding initiatives that address SDOH is an ongoing challenge. In this episode, Admiral Rachel Levine, MD, assistant secretary for health at HHS, and Danielle Nelson, Senior Program Analyst at the Federal Transit Administration, discuss the federal government’s commitment to aligning investments and resources across agencies. In addition, Elizabeth Hertel, director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, provides a practical example of how Michigan’s state health agency works collaboratively with the housing authority to ensure access to stable housing.
Guests:
Admiral Rachel Levine, MD: Assistant Secretary for Health, HHS
Elizabeth Hertel: Director, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Danielle Nelson: Senior Program Analyst, Federal Transit Administration
Resources:
Braiding and Layering Funding to Address the Social Determinants of Health
United States
