Read People’s Health and the Social Determinants of Health by Baum (2018), found in the WCU online library. After reading this week’s chapter and the articles, choose one social determinant of health and describe its impact on a population segment of your choice.
Explain your response and provide examples.
Social Determinants of Health
economic stability
food security
neighborhood and physical environment
education
healthcare system
community and social context
Population Segments
unborn children
pre-teen children
teenagers
women
men
seniors
minorities/ethnic groups
In your replies, include the following:
Share past experiences that may relate to your peers’ responses.
If you found any of your peers’ tips or ideas useful, share your insights and explain why you might use the ideas or tips.
Provide any input that may be useful in your peers’ initial posts.
Cite and reference sources according to APA Style.
Baum, F. A. O. (2018). People’s health and the social determinants of health. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 29 (1), 8–9. doi:http://dx.doi.org.westcoastuniversity.idm.oclc.org/10.1002/hpja.49
