Social determinants of health

Meaning matters
Pope Francis’ death right after Easter sounds miraculous – but patients and caregivers often work together to delay dying

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Author: Michelle Riba, University of Michigan On the morning of Easter Monday, after his final public address the day prior, [...]

Refuse to be silent
Psychological tips aren’t enough – policies need to address structural inequities

Our concern is that a narrowly psychological approach overestimates individuals’ control over their own well-being, while underestimating the role of systemic inequities, including those that well-designed laws and policies can help address... Modern public health research shows that the ability to achieve your potential depends heavily on the circumstances in [...]

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