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Core values

- **Addressing Health Disparities**: The project focuses on social determinants of health (SDOH), which are crucial in understanding and addressing health disparities. It highlights the importance of factors such as health care access, economic stability, physical environment, education, food security, and community relationships in health outcomes[1].
- **Holistic Approach to Health**: Osteopathic medicine emphasizes a whole-person approach, considering the body, mind, and spirit, which contributes to a more comprehensive and preventive care model. This approach can lead to better health outcomes and improved quality of life[3].
- **Community and Social Relationships**: The project emphasizes the importance of social integration, community engagement, and addressing discrimination and stress, all of which are vital for community well-being[1].
- **Health Equity**: By identifying and addressing social risk factors and unmet needs, the project helps in advancing health equity, which is a significant societal need[1].