Socioeconomic health inequalities (HSC SSCE Personal Development and Physical Education): Flashcards
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What does SES stand for in health context?
What does SES stand for in health context?
SES stands for Socioeconomic Status.
How is SES measured?
How is SES measured?
By income, occupation, and education level.
What is a characteristic of low SES income?
What is a characteristic of low SES income?
Low income affects access to health services.
How does low SES affect health outcomes?
How does low SES affect health outcomes?
It relates to worse health and higher disease rates.
What is a common risk factor for low SES groups?
What is a common risk factor for low SES groups?
Higher smoking rates due to less support to quit.
How does education influence health actions?
How does education influence health actions?
It provides health knowledge and service usage skills.
What are tangible barriers to healthcare?
What are tangible barriers to healthcare?
Costs, location, and lack of transport.
What is the main goal of Medicare services?
What is the main goal of Medicare services?
To ensure affordable healthcare for eligible individuals.
What initiative targets health gaps in Indigenous people?
What initiative targets health gaps in Indigenous people?
The Closing the Gap Initiative.
What effect have Quit campaigns had?
What effect have Quit campaigns had?
They have reduced smoking rates.