Our class recently discussed health disparities and the importance of statistics.
(1st) Based on textbook’s definition, describe the meaning of HEALTH DISPARITY in your own words.
(2nd) Provide examples of 2 health-related issues that can have or lead to disparate (or different in kind) health outcomes between certain groups or populations of people and include 2 to 3 statistics for each health-related issue. Examples of health-related issues include smoking, alcohol, and obesity. However, feel free to select 2 health-related issues of your choice.
(3rd) Explain how each of the following terms might improve or make the health disparities (differences in health outcomes) worse:
Health Literacy
Health Equity
Individual Determinants of Health
Part 2
Chapter 3 highlights several governmental agencies and describes their roles in the healthcare system. Think about your current interest in the healthcare field.
(1st) Select any agency listed in chapter 3 that might align with your future career goals.
(2nd) Describe both your future interest in health care and why the agency you selected is important and/or affiliated with your career interests.