Social Determinants of Health
Social determinants are factors that affect health outcomes other than factors that affect health outcomes medically (WHO, 2023). Such factors include education, employment, environment, health insurance, gender, and age. The above factors shape population health. For example, I grew up in an area where our health facility wasn’t equipped enough to handle most health cases. However, there was a private health facility available, but it was expensive, and those who were capable were able to visit such a health facility. Income was one of the social determinants that affected many people in my area in terms of seeking proper medical attention and through that, some lost their lives. Social determinants of health affect population health if nothing is done about it. Education can shape population health positively; this is done by encouraging parents to educate their children to obtain at least a secondary level or, better still, a college education. A population or community that has a majority of its members attended high school or college education are able to get a decent job with decent income and are able to prevent themselves from preventable diseases compared to a population or community whose members lack such a level of education. If one lives in an environment where everyone behaves anyhow or does as it pleases them, then there is trouble. Because if the environment is not kept clean, it will serve as a habitat for viruses and bacteria that will intend to cause diseases in the community.
One of the interventions that can help improve population health is adequate health education from time to time through all means possible, such as social media, television, radio, podcasts, flyers, school health, church premises, health facility centers, and other commercial institutions. Specifically, health education on personal hygiene, disease prevention strategies, and first aid tips. Another intervention can be rent subsidies for low-income earners. This will help put more money in their pocket, and it can be used to cover health insurance and other relevant personal issues that can improve health (Khan et al., 2016). Free but quality health insurance scheme for persons age 50 and above who are low-income earners and live in low-income communities. This intervention can improve population health. It will help this group not to work too much and at the same time have enough to cover their expenses. It will further give them time to rest to avoid stress-related health issues. This group will have good health and a good life through this initiative. Consistent subsidized health insurance schemes for students who are citizens and residents can improve the health of students and even help them perform better in their academic work.
Reference
World Health Organization. (n.d.). Social Determinants of Health. World Health Organization. Retrieved April 11, 2023, from https://www.who.int/health-topics/social-determinants-of- health#tab=tab_1
Khan, M. S., Guan, B. Y., Audimulam, J., Cervero Liceras, F., Coker, R. J., & Yoong, J. (2016, July 7). Economic interventions to improve population health: A scoping study of systematic reviews – BMC Public Health. BioMed Central. Retrieved April 11, 2023, from https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-016-3119-5
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Question 
The purpose of this assignment is to provide the student an opportunity to reflect on the course objectives met through the NURS 4310 course.
Social Determinants Of Health
Course Objectives
This assignment provides documentation of the student’s ability to meet the following course outcomes:
· Describe the five domains of social determinants of health
· Analyze the impact of social determinants of health on health disparities, inequalities, and health-related outcomes
· Examine the effects of health policies on global health outcomes
· Formulate strategies to promote effective collaborations across professions to enhance healthcare