DISC Health Equity Action Lab
Hidden Healers: A Celebration of Historical Black Figures in Medicine: Lillie Mae Carroll Jackson (1889–1975)
Lillie Mae Carroll Jackson stood at the forefront of the fight to desegregate hospitals in Baltimore. For years, she led sustained campaigns to challenge unfair policies that denied Black patients access to necessary care.
Because of her relentless advocacy, healthcare access improved directly for countless individuals. Furthermore, her efforts helped lay the vital groundwork for the eventual federal enforcement of hospital integration across the country.
Ultimately, Jackson’s work demonstrates how civil rights activism functioned as a powerful and necessary public health intervention.
References
- Smith, S. (2008). Health activism and hospital desegregation. Journal of Urban History, 34(3), 379–401.
- NAACP. (1954). Baltimore branch records.
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DISC Health
The Health Equity Action Lab (HEAL) is an initiative by Dynasty Interactive Screen Community aimed at addressing health disparities in the U.S. and globally. By engaging media and stakeholders, HEAL seeks to reduce health inequalities and raise awareness. Their approach includes overcoming socio historical barriers and confronting the institutional, social, and political factors that perpetuate healthcare inequality.
Howard University Hospital (HUH)
Howard University Hospital, established in 1862 as Freedmen’s Hospital, has a rich history of serving African Americans and training top medical professionals. Located in Washington, D.C., it is the only teaching hospital on the campus of a historically Black university. HUH is a Level 1 Trauma Center and a critical healthcare provider for underserved populations. It offers advanced medical services, including robotic surgery, and has received numerous accolades for excellence in specialties like heart care, stroke treatment, and radiology.
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Howard University Faculty Practice Plan (FPP)
The Howard University Faculty Practice Plan is a multi-specialty physician group in Washington, D.C., dedicated to advancing healthcare and eliminating health disparities. It offers comprehensive services, including primary and specialty care, mental health, imaging, and cancer care, all connected to Howard University Hospital. FPP emphasizes patient-centered, respectful care for the diverse community and provides free health screenings and events to promote wellness.
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