2nd Edition of Public Health World Conference (PHWC) 2026

Scientific Sessions

Social Determinants Addressing Inequities

The session at the Public Health World Conference (PHWC) 2026, “The Social Determinants: Addressing Inequities,” focuses on how social, economic, and environmental factors influence health outcomes. This will include the effects of poverty, education, housing, employment, and access to health care services, all of which are linked to health inequities.
 
Throughout PHWC 2026, the focus will be on strategies, policies, and programs to narrow health disparities and promote health equity. Scholars and practitioners committed to the practice of medicine based on evidence are submitting their most important papers to the Public Health Research Conference to be presented. The session encourages the collaboration of public health professionals, researchers, and policymakers to develop solutions for a more inclusive, sustainable, and healthy society.
 
During this session, we will also look into community engagement, cross-sector partnerships, and inclusive policy frameworks related to social determinants of health. Culturally appropriate interventions and equitable distribution of resources to reach vulnerable populations will be discussed. The participants will also look at successful global case studies that demonstrate substantial evidence of success in reducing health inequities. The emphasis will be on using data to drive advocacy efforts to create sustainable long-term results for health programs. The session is focused on creating collaborative dialogue and learning with the goal of creating meaningful activities that help reduce disparity in health and improve the overall health status of the population.
 
Building strong underserved communities, providing equitable care and grassroots innovation, Community Health Conference is taking healthcare one step further for all.
 
Social determinants of health influence the overall public healthcare system.  This is crucial for addressing issue of inequality in the healthcare system. Theses determinants can be variety of factors that can range from socio-economic factors like education, income, social networks, and accessibility to healthcare. By understanding the effects of theses determinants policymakers and experts can implement interventions to reduce disparities in healthcare. Prioritizing and proper addressing to these factors we can ensure the wellbeing of all individuals and communities.

Related Sessions

Maternal Health
Tobacco and Alcohol
Occupational Health and Safety
Clinical Medicine Innovations in Patient Care
Primary Health Care
Health Services Management
Social Determinants Addressing Inequities
Environmental Health and Protecting Populations
Non Communicable Diseases
Communicable Diseases
Medication Safety and Access
Food and Nutrition
Elderly Health
Infant and Child and Adolescent Health
Family Planning and Reproductive Health
Medical Education Strengthening Healthcare Workforce
Global Health Security and Emerging Epidemics
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Health in Public Health
Health Literacy and Countering Misinformation
Mental Health Crisis and Humanitarian Emergencies
Climate Change and Public Health
Public Health Issues in Conflict and Displacement
Genomics and Precision Medicine in Public Health
Water and Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) for Disease Prevention
Urban Planning and Public Health Intersect
The Role of Behavioral Science in Public Health
Health Equity and Human Rights in Public Health
Advances in International Vaccine Development and Distribution