Conditions in the places where people live, learn, work, and play affect a wide range of health risks and outcomes. These conditions are known as social determinants of health (SDOH). Social determinants of health also include factors like socioeconomic status, education, neighborhood and physical environment, employment, and social support networks, as well as access to health care. By applying what we know about SDOH, we can not only improve individual and population health but also advance health equity.

Northwest Area Health Education Center (AHEC) and the Office of Continuing Medical Education (OCME) have developed goals to enhance the health of the public by intentionally addressing Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) - Read more

Resources to help guide the delivery of care and training are provided as part of our goal to enhance the health of the public. See a list of resources at the link below.