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Health Equity and Indigenous Determinants of Health for American Indian Tribes

Achieving health equity for American Indian Tribes involves ensuring equal access to healthcare while addressing the unique challenges faced by these communities. For centuries, Tribal nations have encountered systemic discrimination and inequitable healthcare delivery, resulting in significant health disparities. This requires culturally competent care, recognition of Tribal sovereignty, and addressing social determinants of health. Empowering Tribes to develop tailored solutions, alongside securing funding and policies that prioritize their health and autonomy, is essential in eliminating health inequities.

The Indigenous Determinants of Health are deeply rooted in the cultural, environmental, and historical contexts of Indigenous communities. Restoring these factors is vital for improving health outcomes. Achieving health equity must recognize the importance of cultural practices, community strengths, and Tribal sovereignty in shaping meaningful, effective health solutions.

Key Factors of Indigenous Determinants of Health

Traditional Knowledge
Connection to Land and Water
Language
Community Cohesion

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Data in Health Equity

Data plays a crucial role in advancing health equity by providing insights that can identify disparities, guide resource allocation, and inform policies that meet the unique needs of American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Culturally relevant data empowers Tribes to advocate for better healthcare access and outcomes, ensuring that Indigenous health priorities are addressed in ways that are meaningful and effective.

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Public health Performance Improvement and Systems Improvement (PISI) for Tribal public health programming includes the

Systemic exclusion of Tribes in the development of national public health infrastructure, like disease surveillance

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March 4, 2025 - March 5, 2025

National Indian Health Board will host the Tribal Health Data Symposium on March 4–5, 2025

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NIHB Response to Executive Orders

President Trump’s recent Executive Orders on federal funding could have serious implications for Tribal health. NIHB is actively advocating for Tribal Nations and providing key updates—click to learn more and access resources.