PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN ONE THREAD
Science:
This week, we are learning about the social determinants of health. Considering our weekly readings on the social determinants of health and rural populations, discuss at least two social determinants that impact the health of rural populations.
Application:
Conduct online research and describe policies or a (proposed) policy that would alleviate issues around a particular social determinant of health (it does NOT need to be one you discussed above). Specifically state and define the determinant. Be sure to cite any outside sources in APA format.
SOLUTION
Access to healthcare and socioeconomic status are major social determinants of health among rural populations. First, geographic remoteness, limited healthcare facilities, and transportation constraints limit rural healthcare access. Due to limited access, rural individuals may have delayed diagnosis, less preventative care, and poor chronic illness management (Weir et al., 2020). Socioeconomic status also affects rural health disparities. Poorer, unemployed, and less educated rural communities are common. Access to adequate food, safe housing, excellent education, and jobs might affect health. Rural residents may have trouble getting healthcare, medications, and preventive measures due to financial constraints, worsening health disparities. Successful rural community health and well-being therapies require understanding and treating these socioeconomic determinants.
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