PHE1SDH Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Health Literacy, Social Capital

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19 Aug 2018
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Education directly influences factors later in life that contribute to health, including: being able to gain solid employment, accessing stable housing, being able to make choices conducive to good health. Education also impacts communities, workplaces, homes and society and this has a flow on effect for the health of individuals and populations. Are less likely to suffer from chronic conditions earlier in life. Have greater physical functioning at older ages. Education provides opportunities to develop skills, values and attributes that enhance health. Building and maintaining positive relationships with others. Social capital skills e. g. participation and reciprocity. Enhances self-esteem, sense of purpose and hope for the future. Education attainment increases opportunities for earning income that supports good health outcomes. Education increases prospect of gaining employment and earning an income. Good income provides greater access to resources and services that prevent ill-health. Higher levels of education decrease likelihood of working in jobs that have links with poorer health.

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