Disparities in health [or health care] that are systemic and avoidable and, therefore, considered unfair or unjust
Health equity is achieving the highest level of health for all people. Health equity entails focused societal efforts to address avoidable inequalities by equalizing the conditions for health for all groups, especially for those who have experienced socioeconomic disadvantage or historical injustices.
Differences in health status among distinct segments of the population including differences that occur by gender, race or ethnicity, education or income, disability, or living in various geographic localities
Those inter-related social and economic factors that influence health
Social determinants of health include, but are not limited to: socioeconomic status, discrimination, housing, physical environment, food security, child development, culture, social support, healthcare services, transportation, working conditions, and democratic participation.
Social justice is the equitable distribution of social, economic and political resources, opportunities, and responsibilities and their consequences.