Poverty, Income Inequality, and Health in Canada
Description:
"Does the health sector have a role in raising the issue of how poverty and income inequality affect health?" That depends on which institution or government is answering the question. Studies continually show the close causal relation between poverty/income inequality and health. It is one of the most important determinants and indicators of health for people everywhere, including Canada. Dennis Raphael, a leading academic in the field of health promotion, critiques government policies and makes the case that they threaten the health of Canadians, not to mention peace, order and good governance.
Type of Resource:
Journal
Publication Date:
2002
Location:
Toronto