the study of the distribution and causes of disease
the study of the people with the disease and social factors related to the cause
the rate of new cases of a disease in a population
the rate of all (new & pre-existing) cases of a disease in a population
A type of preventable health difference that is closely linked with social, political, economic, and environmental disadvantage.
fair and just access to resources so a person can reach their highest level of health
The differences between access in healthcare between racial groups
rights: 1) the sick person is exempt from normal social roles. 2) the sick person is not responsible for their condition.
obligations: 1) the sick person should try to get well. 2) most important: the sick person must recognize and accept that they are sick. 3) the sick person should seek technically competent help and cooperate with the medical professional.
1) heart disease
2) cancer
3) covid-19
4) accidents
5) strokes
6) respiratory disease
7) alzheimer's disease
8) diabetes
9) liver disease
10) kidney disease