The warm autumn sun streamed through the large windows of the Inspire Change Clinic in Minneapolis. Inside, the atmosphere was filled with excitement, matching the brightness of the day.

Dozens of community members, health care providers and state public health leaders gathered to celebrate the launch of a new neighborhood clinic focused on advancing health equity.

The clinic aims to improve health outcomes for underserved communities by offering culturally sensitive health care. When patients feel seen and respected, research shows they are more likely to communicate openly, trust their providers and adhere to treatment plans, significantly reducing the risk of misdiagnoses and medical errors that often stem from cultural misunderstandings.

“As we work towards eliminating health dispar

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