Module 2 Lecture 14 Flashcards
Inequalities
Measurable differences or variations in health
Inequities
Differences in the distribution of resources/services across populations which do not reflect health needs
Social Gradient
Differences in health experiences and outcomes between different population groups- according to SEP, area, age, disability, gender and ethnic group
Rate Ratio for IHD mortality among male
increases over time
Rate Differences for IHD mortality among male
decreases over time
Why reduce inequallities
- They are unfair
- They are avoidable
- They affect everybody
- Reducing inequities can be cost effective
Social Mobility
- the movement of individuals or groups within or between social strata whether it be inter or intra generational
Equality of Opportunity
everyone has the same chance of moving up the social ladder
Trends in social mobility
Social Mobility is lower in more unequal countries
Prevalence of mental illness
Higher in more unequal rich countries
Implications of income inequities
- Unequal society
- Less social cohesion
- Less trust between groups
- Increased stress
- Reduced economic productivity
- Poorer health outcomes
Inequities in health outcomes result from inequities in _____ ?
Opportunities
What does The Lorenz Curve plot
Cumulative share of wealth vs Cumulative share of population
If Gini Coefficient is higher…
The society is more unequal
