Environ/Socioeconomic impact and how it influences inequities

Poor urban planning

Leads to low health outcomes. Cities with careful planning, such as zoning regulations, healthy transport systems, and greenspaces, can improve health outcomes.

Geographical location

Remote and rural places face challenges in becoming healthy due to distance from health services and extreme weather conditions.

Higher quality education

More available in major cities or for those who can afford it. Many populations find it harder to stay in education.

Low salary jobs

Often exist in less healthy environments, leading to health inequity for workers and their families.

Higher income

Allows families and individuals to access healthier food and healthcare services and products.

Family member health

Affects the health of others, such as causing anxiety or carer stress when helping those who are sick or suffering.

Safe neighborhoods

The role of councils and government in creating safe and healthy neighborhoods contributes to health equity.

Access to services

Some services are harder to access for those relying on public transport or working late hours, leading to disadvantage.

Migration/refugee

Face discrimination and must overcome language barriers; even qualified individuals may find it hard to secure jobs in their new country.

Food insecurity

Determined by the food supply in a community; not all groups have equal access to resources or the skills to utilize that food.