inequalities in health

Question 1

what is inequality and health inequality

Answer 1

uneven distribution of resources, differences/variations/disparities in health achievements between groups or individuals ( eg males vs female life expectancy or twins one likes skydiving)

Question 2

inequity

Answer 2

unfair avoidable differences due to injustice, poor governance, corruption or cultural exclusion

Question 3

country inequity

Answer 3

when richer countries cause poorer countries to become worse off eg brain drain or global warming

Question 4

health inequalities as a choice

Answer 4

people who choose to smoke or have dangerous hobbies mean they have a higher risk of death but its their choice

Question 5

some causes

Answer 5

socioeconomic position disproportionate wealth distribution causes stress and worse living conditions for those at the bottom eg higher covid rates and deaths in the most deprived areas of scotland

Question 6

poverty absolute and relative

Answer 6

absolute- unable to meet basic needs

relative- absence or inadequacy of certain societal standards