In this episode of the My City, My Health podcast, host Sophie Woodley, discusses health equity and community well-being with Cady Gerlach, executive director of Better Together 2030. They delve into the social determinants of health, such as housing, access to healthy food, and education, and how these factors impact access to healthcare. They also discuss the importance of including diverse voices in community conversations and ways for individuals to get involved in collaborative efforts to promote community well-being.

Key takeaways:
Social determinants of health such as housing, access to healthy food, and education have a significant impact on healthcare outcomes.

• Holistic approaches to community well-being that address these social determinants can improve access to healthcare and promote health equity.
• Mental health, especially for young people, is a critical area for conversation and action in promoting health equity.
• Community conversations should center around equity and include diverse voices to ensure that everyone's needs are being met.
• Anyone can get involved in community collaborative efforts to promote community well-being and make a difference.

About the host: Sophie Woodley is a student at the University of Iowa, getting her bachelor's in health studies and a minor in Lifestyle Medicine. Sophie 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