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Social Determinants of Health
This book examines various social and economic factors that significantly influence the health of modern societies. It explains that health is not solely determined by individual biology or behavior, but is also influenced by the social, economic, and environmental structures in which humans live. Through contributions from experts in public health, health sociology, and social policy, this book outlines the relationship between social inequality and public health. The book's discussion covers important aspects such as early life influences, poverty, unemployment, job insecurity, the psychosocial work environment, transportation, social support, dietary patterns, housing, ethnicity, sexual behavior, and health in old age. The book also highlights how these factors shape health disparities between social groups and the importance of public policy in improving the overall quality of public health. Overall, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of the social determinants of health and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in efforts to improve community well-being. This book is highly useful for academics, public health practitioners, policymakers, and researchers interested in health and social inequality issues.
2
362.1042 Mic s
978-0-19-856589-5
362.1042
Elektronik/Digital
Inggris
Oxford University Press
2006
Oxford
x, 366 halaman : ilustrasi
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