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Renée Branch Canady

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Canady: 'A just world is healthier tomorrow than it is today for all'

National public health thought leader states case for making room at the table for everyone

Renée Branch Canady, known for her eloquence and passion for public health, delivered a heartfelt message of hope amid challenging times on April 1 at the University of Michigan School of Public Health’s Cornely Community Room. The talk, “Bring a Folding Chair: Making Room at the Table for Health Equity," was a fitting reminder of how pivotal health equity is within the work and lives of the public health community.

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On the Heights: March 2025

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