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Which factor is NOT considered a determinant of health in the socio-economic category?
Which factor is NOT considered a determinant of health in the socio-economic category?
What best describes the relationship between GDP per capita and life expectancy at birth?
What best describes the relationship between GDP per capita and life expectancy at birth?
Which of the following is considered a social and community network factor in the determinants of health?
Which of the following is considered a social and community network factor in the determinants of health?
What was a critical discovery in understanding tuberculosis that occurred between 1840 and 1970?
What was a critical discovery in understanding tuberculosis that occurred between 1840 and 1970?
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Which statement best characterizes the role of environmental conditions in health determinants?
Which statement best characterizes the role of environmental conditions in health determinants?
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Which determinant of health is primarily concerned with personal behavior such as smoking and physical activity?
Which determinant of health is primarily concerned with personal behavior such as smoking and physical activity?
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Which of the following aspects of health determinants is directly correlated with social equality?
Which of the following aspects of health determinants is directly correlated with social equality?
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Study Notes
Health as a Multi-Dimensional Concept
- Health is more than the absence of illness; it's a multi-faceted concept.
Determinants of Health Definition
- Determinants of health encompass the social, physical, and economic conditions where individuals are born, live, work, and age, including access to healthcare.
Dahlgren and Whitehead Rainbow (1991)
- A model depicting the interconnectedness of factors influencing health.
- Shows the general socio-economic, cultural, and environmental conditions impacting health.
- Factors such as work conditions, education, agriculture, individual lifestyle factors play significant parts in creating a health outcome.
Determinants of Health Components
- General: Socioeconomic, political, cultural, and environmental conditions.
- Living and Working Conditions: Housing, healthcare services, work/unemployment, education, water, sanitation, agriculture, and food.
- Social Community Network: Family support, participation in government processes.
- Individual & Life Style Factors: Age, sex, constitutional factors, lifestyle choices (smoking, physical activity, stress, alcohol).
Cultural Determinants
- Traditions and beliefs of the family and community affect health.
Socioeconomic Determinants
- A strong correlation exists between GDP per capita and life expectancy. Higher income correlates with greater life expectancy.
Living and Working Conditions: Working/Unemployment
- Type of work can impact health through occupational diseases and stress.
- Unemployment can lead to financial instability and limited access to healthcare.
Living and Working Conditions: Healthcare Services
- Historical decline in TB in England & Wales (1840-1970) shows the impact of scientific discoveries (e.g., tuberculosis bacillus discovery, chemotherapy development, BCG vaccination) on disease control.
Social Community Network: Family Support
- Lack of a supportive social network can negatively affect health, as seen in the example of Mrs. Sulawesi. Key aspects include the lack of communication, being in a strange place, and different cultural backgrounds.
Health Impact of Determinants
- General Socioeconomic, Cultural, and Environmental: Social equality and national security influence a healthy society by providing equal access to healthcare, economic and political stability. Income and social class greatly impact healthcare options.
- Living and Working Conditions: Safe water, healthy food, and clean air are elements of good physical health. Food safety and agriculture practices minimize food-borne illness. Tobacco farming, chemical use, and access to food determine healthier food choices.
- Social and Community Network: Strong social networks lead to physical and mental well-being, better support from families, and active participation in society and governmental processes.
- Individual & Life Style Factors: Aging, genetic background, early-life exposure, educational opportunities, and personal lifestyle choices (smoking, activity, stress, consumption) significantly impact health.
Why Determinants of Health?
- They are the root of health problems, helping identify effective health promotion strategies to improve health or prevent diseases.
- Health promotion actions aim to change and improve potentially changeable health-related determinants.
Specific Examples of Determinants in Action
- The document specifies further investigation into the effects of policy-making, environmental exposure, and gender on health. These factors influence disease, complication, and related health conditions, requiring separate studies.
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Explore the multi-dimensional aspects of health and the various determinants that influence it. This quiz covers key concepts like the Dahlgren and Whitehead model, and how socioeconomic and environmental factors impact health outcomes. Test your understanding of health determinants today!
