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A History of Health Equity in MetroWest, Massachusetts

Through local history and modern-day research, the MetroWest Health Equity Timeline provides context for the health disparities and inequities we observe today. This community driven resource uses storytelling to capture the breadth of experiences in our region through the lens of health equity. 

Uncover the pivotal moments, local leaders, and community decisions that have influenced health in MetroWest.

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Why This Matters

Gives context for how different populations experience health and health care today

Brings complicated equity-related concepts to life in an accessible, relatable way

Promotes civic engagement by providing tangible, population- and region-specific examples of individual and systemic efforts to address health disparities

Articulates the expansive impact of the work of nonprofits and local leaders

Describes public health infrastructure and helps users view their own communities as part of a larger system

Creates a launchpad for discussion, curriculum, and personal or professional exploration

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Empowering Public Health Advocates

Genetics and medical appointments are only a portion of what influences our health. Public health works to address the well-being of communities through systemic change and equitable access to the social determinants of health. The HET is a responsive community resource that articulates the power of local legislation, policies, social movements, and individual actions to enhance the work of public health.

See how people, policies, and programs can shift the arc of history.

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