CT Religious Leaders Push for Health Care Equity

For years, faith leaders across the state have gathered to talk about the health issues affecting their congregants. In minority communities, that discussion often focuses on disparities in treatment, access to care and health outcomes.

The Rev. Robyn Anderson heard the concerns and is turning them into advocacy.

Anderson, a pastor at Blackwell AME Zion Church in Hartford, helped form a network of more than 30 churches and 3,500 members to carry the voices of underrepresented communities — especially African Americans and other people of color — to state agencies and the legislature.

A health fellowship has outlined a series of recommendations for tackling pervasive issues, including access to care and the affordability of insurance.

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CT religious leaders push for health care equity

A health fellowship has outlined a series of recommendations for tackling pervasive issues, including access to care and the affordability of…