Managed Healthcare Executive September 17, 2020
COVID-19 has revealed the importance of the social determinants of health.
The COVID-19 pandemic is not just a medical crisis.Since the highly contagious disease hit American shores in early 2020, the virus has dramatically changed all sectors of society, negatively impacting everything from food supply chains and sporting events to the nation’s mental and behavioral health.
For some people, work-from-home plans and limited access to entertainments are manageable obstacles.For others, the shuttered schools, lost wages, and social isolation spell disaster – especially for individuals already living with socioeconomic challenges.
The social determinants of health have always been important for understanding why some populations are more susceptible to increased rates of chronic conditions, reduced healthcare access, and shorter lifespans.COVID-19 is throwing...