[1.3] Determinants of Health Flashcards
The _______ on Environment and Development
defines the rights of the people to be involved in the development of their economies, and the responsibilities of human beings to
safeguard the common environment.
1992 Rio Declaration
Circumstances and environmental factors that affect health, whether healthy or not.
Determinants of Health
The determinants of health include:
The social and economic environment;
The physical environment; and
The person’s individual characteristics and behaviours.
What influences health
- Individual lifestyle factors
- Social and Community influences
- Living and working conditions
- General social conditions
Safe water and clean air, healthy workplaces, safe houses, communities and roads all contribute to good health.
Physical environment
Higher income and social status are linked to better health. The greater the gap between the richest and poorest people, the greater
the differences in health.
Income and social status
People in employment are healthier,
particularly those who have more control over their working conditions
Employment and working conditions
Low ________ levels are linked with poor health, more stress and lower
self-confidence
Education
Access and use of services that prevent and treat disease influences health
Health Services
Greater support from families, friends and communities is linked to better health
Social Support Networks
Balanced eating, keeping active, smoking,
drinking, and how we deal with life’s stresses and challenges all affect health
Personal behavior and coping skills
3 core functions of public health
Assessment
Policy development
Assurance
A systematic collection, analysis, and distribution of data/information on healthy communities
Assesment
Promotes use of evidence-based scientific
information in creating policies and decision making
Policy development
Ensure provision of services to those in need
Assurance
