Social Determinants of Health

Social determinants of health impact quality of life, epidemiologic aspects of populations, life expectancy, and more. Home health implications are significant. For example, there are two New Orleans area zip codes, a mere six miles apart, in which the life expectancies differ by almost 30 years!!! In home health care, let’s pay close attention to social determinants of health!! Enjoy the infographic and the story of Intermountain Health & United Healthcare’s efforts in this arena. 

 

https://www.rwjf.org/en/library/infographics/new-orleans-map.html

 

https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/social-determinants-health-gain-traction-unitedhealthcare-and-intermountain-build-new-programs

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