
The Health Equity Podcast
The Health Equity Podcast, brought to you by the Academy for Health Equity, takes our commitment to transformative health education to the airwaves. This podcast explores the intersection of health, equity, and systems change - with episodes that spotlight pressing topics in healthcare, prevention, and public wellbeing.
Each conversation features subject matter experts delving into timely, evidence-based insights, designed to be accessible, engaging, and relevant for anyone with an interest in Public Health, Population Health, Sustainability, or Health Equity.
Join us as we uncover practical strategies, share thought-provoking ideas, and highlight real-world innovations that drive better outcomes for communities.
Whether you're based in Wales or tuning in from elsewhere, this podcast is your companion on the journey toward a fairer, healthier future for all.
The Health Equity Podcast
Episode 24 - Driving Change: Building Age-Friendly Communities for Healthier Aging with Prof. Charles Musselwhite
Join us for another episode of 'Let's Talk Preventative Healthcare' featuring Professor Charles Musselwhite from Aberystwyth University. Professor Musselwhite shares his expertise on the intricate relationships between ageing, transportation, and community wellbeing. Discover how our increasingly car-dependent society impacts older adults' mobility and social connections, and learn about the crucial role of 'community capital' in healthy ageing, particularly in rural areas. Professor Musselwhite discusses the characteristics of an age-friendly society challenges common stereotypes about older drivers, and offers valuable insights for planners and policymakers. This episode provides insight into how our built environment and transportation systems can be designed to promote health, social interaction, and quality of life as we age.