Assignment on Poverty - Population Overview

Running Head: POVERTY 1
Poverty
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POVERTY 2
Poverty
Population Overview
The vulnerable population chosen were low-income households. The individuals from
these households range from newborn to elderly. This population also has both male and female
gender. The education levels of this population are low, as many people could not afford to gain
a good education. Due to the low income, they are unable to afford many services, and some
products are considered a luxury.
Social Determinants of Health
One of the social determinants of health for the chosen population is employment
conditions. The majority of the individuals in this population work under deplorable working
conditions; some of them depend on odd jobs in order to obtain a living. They are always faced
with the threat of unemployment. Another social determinant is inadequate early child
development programs. According to the World Health Organization's social determinants of
health, opportunities that are provided to young children play a significant role in shaping their
health and development status throughout childhood, and even adulthood. In this population,
there are inferior early child development programs (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2013).
Health systems are another social determinant that significantly influences the health of
this population. Due to the low incomes, the population is unable to afford the healthcare
services being offered. Some resolve to self-treatment, which may not be as effective. There is a
need for innovative strategies that will allow this vulnerable population to afford the healthcare
services being offered.