Dennis P. Andrulis, PhD, MPH, associate dean for research and director of the Center for Health Equality, announced today that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health awarded the Drexel School of Public Health a grant to create the first national resource center and clearinghouse on racial/ethnic diversity and preparedness.
The two-year award of $370,000 will offer the opportunity for the school to bring together national, state and local resources to promote innovation, information exchange and program development across the spectrum of preparedness priorities.
The grant support will be used to establish a Web site, catalogue and disseminate information, as well as encourage online exchange.
Dr. Dennis Andrulis will serve as the principal investigator.
Drexel University’s Center for Health Equality (CHE) was established to serve as a major resource for addressing inequities in health and health care. By developing new information and strategies, and creating constructive partnerships with communities, government, health care providers and other academic centers, CHE works to improve the health and well-being of the city, the state, and the nation. Its related activities focus on three major areas: health disparities, cultural competence and health literacy. Please visit the Center website for more information.