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From: Identification of Health Risk Factors and Their Parameters
Determinants of health
Link to health
Physical environment
Safe water and clean air, healthy workplaces, safe houses, communities and roads all contribute to good health
Income and social status
Higher income and social status are linked to better health. The greater the gap between the richest and poorest people, the greater the differences in health
Education
Low education levels are linked to poor health, more stress, and lower self-confidence
Employment and working conditions
People with employment are healthier, particularly those who have more control over their working conditions
Social support networks
Greater support from families, friends and communities is linked to better health
Personal behaviour and coping skills
Eating habits, level of physical activity, smoking, drinking, and how we deal with life’s stresses and challenges all affect health
Culture
Customs, traditions, and the beliefs of the family and community all affect health
Genetics
Inheritance plays a part in determining lifespan, healthiness, and the likelihood of developing certain illnesses
Gender
Men and women suffer from different types of diseases at different ages
Health services
Access to and use of services that prevent and treat disease influence health