Showing posts with label social determinants. Show all posts
Showing posts with label social determinants. Show all posts

November 10, 2012

Social determinants of health

Health is about more than having access to doctors, drugs and hospitals. 
Our health is shaped by a complex set of interconnected and dynamic social factors: the circumstances in which people live, grow, work, and age. 
Research tells us that by addressing these social conditions, we can improve people's health and well-being and reduce health inequities.

See  this interesting video explaining social determinants of health (Wellesley Institute  / Toronto)