Introduction:
In the realm of healthcare, discussions often revolve around medical advancements, treatments, and access to healthcare services. However, there's a crucial aspect that often goes overlooked yet significantly influences health outcomes: the social determinants of health (SDOH). These are the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age, and they play a fundamental role in shaping individual and community well-being.
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Understanding the Social Determinants of Health:
The concept of SDOH encompasses a wide range of factors that impact health outcomes, including socioeconomic status, education, employment, social support networks, physical environment, access to healthcare, and more. These determinants interact in complex ways, influencing an individual's health trajectory from birth to old age.