Description
Selects a vulnerable population group and describes a health concern that impacts the specific population group. Uses evidence-based rationale to support discussion. List 3 determinants of health (must choose from Healthy People website) and describe the type of each. Describes 1 observation in Sentinel City®related to the 3 selected determinants of health (a total of 3 observations must be described). Describe a total of 3 evidence based recommendations or interventions/strategies (1 for each of the observations) to help reduce or eliminate the selected observations within Sentinel City®
The Interrelationships of Socio-Cultural Influences in Healthcare
- Review World Health Organization (2017). The determinants of health. Retrieved from http://www.who.int/hia/evidence/doh/en/
- Review Healthy People 2020 (Jan 25, 2017). Health Determinants. Retrieved from https://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/about/foundation-health-measures/Determinants-of-Health
Within this activity, you will explore how determinants of health such as poverty, behavior, education, and income are related. One common element underlies poor health: poverty. Money is required to purchase the essentials of health such as food, clothing, shelter, clean water, education, and access to preventative health services
Review Sentinel City® demographics and neighborhood demographics. Meet with Mayor Hill who can provide some information about Sentinel City® economics, select a specific vulnerable or minority population group and identify one of the most common diseases, chronic condition, injury, or health concern that impacts your population group.
You asked: economics
Mayor Franklin Hill replied:
Sure! Feel free to ask about the following:
- Addressing homelessness,
- Sustainable job market,
- Small businesses, and
- Low-income housing.
