Improving Health Equity through Community Health Collaborative: Interview with Dr. Lucas Carr
In this episode, host Elizabeth Dix interviews Dr. Lucas Carr about his work with the Community Health Collaborative and the Vitalis study, as well as the importance of addressing physical inactivity in primary care settings. They also discuss the role of equity in their mission and ways for students and community members to get involved.
Show notes:
0:00 Introduction
1:12 Dr. Lucas Carr's background and work with the Community Health Collaborative
4:35 The importance of addressing physical inactivity in primary care settings
7:10 Collecting and analyzing data on physical activity to address health inequities
11:12 The Vitalis study and its focus on young adult cancer survivors
15:30 Expanding the Vitalis program and focusing on health equity
20:53 Changes in the community in the last five years and opportunities for involvement
23:48 How to support the Community Health Collaborative and access their services
25:40 Conclusion and podcast outro
About the host: Elizabeth Dix is a student at the University of Iowa, studying health promotion and marketing. Elizabeth is part of a team supporting the My City My Health Conference in Iowa City. The conference aims to bring together the University of Iowa and the Iowa City corridor community to discuss health equity programs and collaborations. Interested individuals can register for the conference through www.mycity.health.
0:00 Introduction
1:12 Dr. Lucas Carr's background and work with the Community Health Collaborative
4:35 The importance of addressing physical inactivity in primary care settings
7:10 Collecting and analyzing data on physical activity to address health inequities
11:12 The Vitalis study and its focus on young adult cancer survivors
15:30 Expanding the Vitalis program and focusing on health equity
20:53 Changes in the community in the last five years and opportunities for involvement
23:48 How to support the Community Health Collaborative and access their services
25:40 Conclusion and podcast outro
About the host: Elizabeth Dix is a student at the University of Iowa, studying health promotion and marketing. Elizabeth is part of a team supporting the My City My Health Conference in Iowa City. The conference aims to bring together the University of Iowa and the Iowa City corridor community to discuss health equity programs and collaborations. Interested individuals can register for the conference through www.mycity.health.
