Month: April 2025

Stress and Health – The impact of chronic stress, often linked to poverty or discrimination, on long-term health outcomes.

Intersectionality in Health – The ways in which race, gender, class, and other social identities intersect to shape health experiences.

Public Health Policy – Government initiatives aimed at improving population health, such as vaccination programs and anti-smoking campaigns.

Medical Apartheid – The historical and systemic discrimination against marginalized groups in healthcare systems.

Access to Healthcare – The ability of individuals to receive medical services based on location, economic status, and social factors.

Housing and Health – The relationship between living conditions (e.g., overcrowding, homelessness) and disease risk.

Occupational Health – The study of how working conditions affect physical and mental health, including workplace hazards and stress.

Environmental Health – The impact of environmental factors such as pollution, climate change, and living conditions on human health.

Health Equity – The principle that all individuals should have fair opportunities to achieve good health, regardless of social background.

Food Insecurity – Limited access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food, contributing to malnutrition and health issues.