Health inequalities refer to the differences in health outcomes and access to healthcare that exist between different groups of people. These differences can be based on factors such as race, income, education, and geography.

Health inequalities exist due to a complex interplay of social, economic, and political factors. These can include unequal distribution of resources, discrimination and prejudice, and unequal access to education and employment opportunities.

A social justice lens is a way of looking at issues through the lens of equity and fairness. It involves recognizing and addressing the systemic and structural factors that contribute to inequality, and working to create a more just and equitable society for all individuals and communities.

A social justice lens can be used to address health inequalities by identifying and addressing the underlying social, economic, and political factors that contribute to these inequalities. This can involve advocating for policies that promote equity and fairness, increasing access to healthcare and resources for marginalized communities, and working to eliminate discrimination and prejudice in all forms.

Some examples of social justice approaches to addressing health inequalities include community-based participatory research, which involves working with communities to identify and address health disparities; policy advocacy, which involves advocating for policies that promote equity and fairness; and cultural competency training, which involves training healthcare providers to better understand and address the unique needs and experiences of marginalized communities.

It is important to address health inequalities through a social justice lens because these inequalities are not simply the result of individual choices or behaviors, but rather are deeply rooted in systemic and structural factors. By addressing these underlying factors and working to create a more just and equitable society, we can improve health outcomes for all individuals and communities.