Association of Income as a Social Determinant in Health Outcome Review

This report provides a comprehensive literature review on the association between income and health outcomes, exploring income as a social determinant. It examines various studies, including those focusing on obesity, tax credits, income inequality, and patient perceptions within healthcare settings. The review synthesizes findings from databases like MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and Scopus, using keywords such as 'income,' 'social determinants,' and 'health outcome.' Key studies, such as those by Daniel, Bornstein & Kane (2018), Arpey, Gaglioti & Rosenbaum (2017), Matthew & Brodersen (2018), Kim & von dem Knesebeck (2018), and Lenhart (2019), are analyzed to understand how income levels influence health. The report highlights the impact of socioeconomic status on healthcare access, patient-provider interactions, and the potential for interventions to reduce health disparities. It also discusses the complex relationship between income, obesity, and negative health outcomes, emphasizing the need for healthcare practitioners and policymakers to consider income as a critical factor in health planning and delivery.