03/26/2026
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Something on my mind lately - Determinants of HEALTH
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I've been reflecting on my ability to transport myself to appointments, change my work schedule to attend appointments, having the ability to clearly communicate with my healthcare providers, financially having access to physician care and imaging, having a support system ... and many other thoughts.
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And we may be in a time that is increasingly shaped by wellness culture (arguably always have been, but there is greater exposure to marketing now)—green juices, step counts, weighted vests, vibration plates and self-optimization—it’s easy to forget that health is not just a matter of personal choice.
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Our health is deeply influenced by the conditions we live in: income, housing, education, access to care, community support, and more. These are determinants of health—and they can matter just as much, and in some cases more, than individual habits.
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🤓 📖 Have a read through of the points on the chart, and see what other ones your brain adds to the list❗️