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SubjectsSociologySociology & SocietyChapter 3 — Health, Society & Welfare3.1 Social Determinants of Health

Topic 3.1 · Sociology · Health, Society & Welfare

Social Determinants of Health

Social determinants are the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age.

Poverty, illiteracy and poor housing are major determinants of disease.

Important Facts

Key determinant: Poverty
Illness link: Unsafe living conditions

Key Points

Social determinants → health inequities
Addressing them is central to public health

Exam-Oriented Notes

»Poverty is the biggest social determinant

Related topics

3.2 Social Welfare & the Nurse

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