| Key Policies for Addressing the Social Determinants of Health and Health Inequities Contributor(s): Centers of Disease Control (Author) |
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ISBN: 9289052651 ISBN-13: 9789289052658 Publisher: World Health Organization OUR PRICE: $34.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2017 |
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| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Public Health |
| Series: Health Evidence Network Synthesis Report |
| Physical Information: 88 pages |
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| Publisher Description: Evidence indicates that actions within four main themes (early child development, fair employment and decent work, social protection, and the living environment) are likely to have the greatest impact on the social determinants of health and health inequities. A systematic search and analysis of recommendations and policy guidelines from intergovernmental organizations and international bodies identified practical policy options for action on social determinants within these four themes. Policy options focused on early childhood education and care; child poverty; investment strategies for an inclusive economy; active labor market programs; working conditions; social cash transfers; affordable housing; and planning and regulatory mechanisms to improve air quality and mitigate climate change. Applying combinations of these policy options alongside effective governance for health equity should enable WHO European Region Member States to reduce health inequities and synergize efforts to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. |
Contributor Bio(s): Who Regional Office for Europe: - WHO Regional Office for Europe |