1.1 Population Health
Population Health
Population health refers to the health outcomes of a group of individuals, including the distribution of such outcomes within the group. It is an approach that aims to improve the health of an entire human population. This concept encompasses three key components:
- Health Outcomes:These are the measurable results related to health, such as disease prevalence, mortality rates, and overall well-being.
- Determinants of Health: These factors influence health outcomes and include social, environmental, cultural, and physical aspects that impact populations throughout their lifetimes.
- Interventions: Effective strategies and actions that link health determinants to desired health outcomes.
Population health emphasizes a shift from an individual-level focus to a broader perspective that considers the health of entire communities. By addressing Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) such as economic inequality, education, and access to resources, we can work toward reducing health disparities and promoting well-being for all.
Introduction to Social Inequalities in Health
National Institutes of Health(2015).Social Inequalities in Health[Video] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roAQHn5rEoQ
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Health outcomes are events that occur as a result of an intervention and are a measure of quality of care. They can include physical and psychological well-being, length of life, and quality of life
These factors influence health outcomes and include social, environmental, cultural, and physical aspects that impact populations throughout their lifetimes.
Effective strategies and actions that link health determinants to desired health outcomes.
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) are the conditions in the environments where people are born, live, learn, work, play, worship, and age that affect a wide range of health, functioning, and quality-of-life outcomes and risks.
