Health Inequalities Flashcards
What is sociology [1]
The study of development, structure and functioning of human society and the way individuals fit in
How does sociology relate to health care [3]
Peoples interactions - doctor patient
The way people make sense of their illness
Interaction of healthcare professionals
What is the sociology of the medical profession [4]
Systematic theory
Code of ethics
Authority recognised by clientele, broader community sanction
Professionalism sustained by formal sanctions
What is culture [2]
The way the structure interactions with the people living in that society
Ideas, customs and social behaviour of particular people
What is community [1]
People groups according to an attribute they have in common
What is social capital [2]
The resources individuals bring to their lives
Connections and experiences to fall back on when needed
What is ethnicity [1]
Social groups who share a culture heritage with a common language, values, religion or cutom
What is race [1]
Interchanges with ethnicity but refers to physical characterisitcs
What are socio-economic influences on health [4]
Gender, ethnicity
Housing and environment
Education, employment
Financial security
What is the health gradient
The lower down the social class the more ill health
What is a health inequality
Differences in health status or the distribution of health determinants between population groups
What is the main determinant of health inequalities [2]
DEPRIVATION
Age / gender / ethnicity
What are the main health inequalities [8]
Anxiety Life expectancy Alcohol/smoking Heart disease, obesity Breast feeding Low birth weight Teenage pregnancy
What is the inverse care law [2]
Those who most need medical care are least likely to get it
Those who need it least access services more
How do you reduce inequalities [7]
Effective partnership across sectors to promote health
Evaluate and refine health and social integration
Government policies and legislation such as social inclusion policies, improved employment opportunities
Invest in vulnerable groups
Improve access to services, equal access to education
Reduce poverty
Improved housing
