The contribution of social work and social care to the reduction of health inequalities
four case studies
The concept of health inequalities refers to the avoidable health disadvantage people experience as a result of adverse social factors, such as lack of economic or social capital, or marginalisation. People with higher socioeconomic position in society have better life chances and more opportunities to flourish. They also have better health. The two are linked: the more socially and economically advantaged people are, the better their health.
Published : 30th June 2010
Author : Esther Coren, Wendy Iredale, Paul Bywaters, Deborah Rutter and Julie Robinson [ More From This Author ]
Publisher : Social Care Institute for Excellence [ More From This Publisher ]
Rights : Social Care Institute for Excellence
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