{"id":4094,"date":"2024-07-16T16:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-16T16:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/?p=4094"},"modified":"2025-10-17T16:35:03","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T00:35:03","slug":"social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability","title":{"rendered":"Social Determinants of Health: Economic Stability"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In This Article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability\/#Impact_of_Economic_Stability_on_Health\" >Impact of Economic Stability on Health &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability\/#How_Disparities_in_Economic_Stability_Affect_Health_Outcomes\" >How Disparities in Economic Stability Affect Health Outcomes&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability\/#Policies_and_Interventions_Addressing_Economic_Stability\" >Policies and Interventions Addressing Economic Stability&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability\/#Strategies_for_Improving_Economic_Stability_and_Health\" >Strategies for Improving Economic Stability and Health &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability\/#Additional_Reading\" >Additional Reading<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s explore the intricate relationship between <strong>economic stability<\/strong> and <strong>health outcomes in the United States<\/strong>, where <strong>economic factors<\/strong> profoundly influence <strong>healthcare access <\/strong>and <strong>quality<\/strong> for both the <strong>healthcare system <\/strong>and individual patients.\u00a0In past articles, we&#8217;ve explored several aspects of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2023\/10\/12\/what-are-the-social-determinants-of-health-and-why-are-they-important\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>social determinants of health<\/strong><\/a>, including\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2024\/06\/11\/social-determinants-of-health-health-care-access-and-quality\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>access to healthcare<\/strong><\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2024\/01\/17\/how-important-are-our-neighborhoods-and-built-environments-in-shaping-our-health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>neighborhoods and built environments<\/strong><\/a>,\u00a0and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2024\/03\/21\/social-determinants-of-health-education-access-and-quality\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>education access and quality<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"407\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-graduating.png?w=407\" alt=\"Image of John, a 27-year old recent graduate.\" class=\"wp-image-4102\" style=\"width:234px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-graduating.png 621w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-graduating.png?resize=119,300 119w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-graduating.png?resize=407,1024 407w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-graduating.png?resize=611,1536 611w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 407px) 100vw, 407px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_of_Economic_Stability_on_Health\"><\/span>Impact of Economic Stability on Health &nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meet <strong>John<\/strong>, a 27-year-old recent graduate whose journey after completing his education has been marred by many challenges. Despite his academic achievements, long-term <strong>unemployment <\/strong>has plunged John into severe <strong>financial stress<\/strong>, triggering feelings of inadequacy and eventually leading to a diagnosis of <strong>anxiety and depression<\/strong>. His situation is compounded by the harsh realities of <strong>healthcare coverage<\/strong>. \u00a0He&#8217;s unable to afford <strong>COBRA <\/strong>(an expensive, temporary type of <strong>employer-sponsored insurance coverage<\/strong> offered after losing a job) and ineligible for <strong>Medicaid<\/strong>; John finds himself caught in a gap made worse by the age limit set by the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hhs.gov\/healthcare\/about-the-aca\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Affordable Care Act (ACA)<\/strong><\/a>, which restricts applying parental insurance coverage to children up to 26 years old. Despite the ACA&#8217;s intention to provide an accessible medical marketplace, navigating these systems is difficult for individuals with <strong>mental health challenges<\/strong> like John, who&#8217;s having a hard time completing basic daily tasks, leaving him struggling to complete the steps necessary to secure essential <strong>healthcare services<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Access to healthcare in the US<\/strong> is closely tied to <strong>economic and political stability<\/strong>. Just <a href=\"https:\/\/www.census.gov\/library\/publications\/2024\/demo\/p60-283.html\">over one in ten <strong>Americans live in poverty<\/strong><\/a>, facing daily challenges in affording necessities like <strong>healthy food, healthcare, <\/strong>and <strong>stable housing<\/strong>. <strong>Economic stability<\/strong> directly impacts <strong>employment opportunities<\/strong> and <strong>income levels<\/strong>, improving the ability to access <strong>healthcare <\/strong>and maintain a decent <strong>quality of life<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nutrition<\/strong> and <strong>food insecurity<\/strong> further underscore the complex give and take between <strong>economic circumstances<\/strong> and <strong>health outcomes<\/strong>. Consider the challenges for <strong>Tricia<\/strong>, a single mother of two, grappling with the financial strain of providing <strong>nutritious meals<\/strong> on a limited income. Constrained by <strong>financial resources<\/strong>, she often resorts to purchasing inexpensive, processed foods that are calorie-dense but nutrient-poor. This dietary compromise not only affects her <strong>health<\/strong> but also poses long-term risks for her children, contributing to higher rates of <strong>obesity<\/strong> and <strong>diabetes<\/strong> among <strong>lower-income families<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-in-pain.png?w=658\" alt=\"An image of Oscar, a middle-aged LatinX man, who's having health issues and needs health care.\" class=\"wp-image-4100\" style=\"width:218px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-in-pain.png 929w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-in-pain.png?resize=193,300 193w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-in-pain.png?resize=768,1195 768w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/man-in-pain.png?resize=658,1024 658w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Disparities_in_Economic_Stability_Affect_Health_Outcomes\"><\/span>How Disparities in Economic Stability Affect Health Outcomes&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Disparities in economic stability<\/strong> contribute significantly to <strong>health inequities<\/strong>, evident across various <strong>socioeconomic groups<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meet <strong>Oscar<\/strong>, a middle-aged man struggling with <strong>chronic health conditions<\/strong> made worse due to <strong>financial constraints<\/strong>. Unable to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kff.org\/health-costs\/issue-brief\/americans-challenges-with-health-care-costs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">afford <strong>out-of-pocket medical costs<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and lacking <strong>health insurance coverage<\/strong>, Oscar faces the grim reality of neglecting his health due to the inability to pay for services. Similarly, individuals like Oscar confront the stark choice between meeting basic needs like food and shelter or accessing necessary <strong>medical treatments<\/strong>, highlighting how <strong>socioeconomic status<\/strong> contributes to our <strong>health<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These <strong>disparities<\/strong> are compounded by <strong>racial and ethnic differences<\/strong>, with <strong>Black, Indigenous, and People of Color<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tcf.org\/content\/report\/racism-inequality-health-care-african-americans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>(BIPOC) <\/strong>communities disproportionately affected by <strong>systemic barriers<\/strong>,<\/a>\u00a0which are the policies, procedures, or practices that prevent individuals from fully participating in a system due to unfair, discriminatory practices, such as having <strong>lower incomes<\/strong>, <strong>lower quality or less education<\/strong>, <strong>higher unemployment rates<\/strong>, and reduced access to <strong>quality healthcare<\/strong>. These <strong>structural inequities<\/strong> translate into worse <strong>health outcomes<\/strong>, shorter <strong>life expectancies<\/strong>, and limited opportunities for <strong>preventive care<\/strong> among <strong>marginalized populations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"838\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/pregnant-woman-seating.png?w=838\" alt=\"Image of Emily, a young, expectant mother in a small rural town.\" class=\"wp-image-4099\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/pregnant-woman-seating.png 860w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/pregnant-woman-seating.png?resize=245,300 245w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/pregnant-woman-seating.png?resize=768,939 768w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/pregnant-woman-seating.png?resize=838,1024 838w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 838px) 100vw, 838px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <strong>rural America,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gao.gov\/blog\/why-health-care-harder-access-rural-america\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">geographic disparities<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gao.gov\/blog\/why-health-care-harder-access-rural-america\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> amplify the challenges<\/a>\u00a0related to <strong>economic stability<\/strong> and <strong>healthcare access<\/strong>. <strong>Emily<\/strong>, a young, expectant mother in a small <strong>rural town<\/strong>, faces daunting obstacles in accessing essential <strong>medical services<\/strong> located miles away from her home. Limited <strong>job prospects<\/strong> and <strong>low wages<\/strong> in her community further increase her struggles, making <strong>healthcare unaffordable<\/strong> even when it&#8217;s available. In contrast to <strong>urban residents<\/strong> who often have better access to <strong>healthcare facilities<\/strong> and <strong>higher-paying jobs<\/strong>, Emily experiences\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2023\/08\/22\/what-is-intersectional-healthcare-and-why-is-it-important\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">increased <strong>economic and health disparities<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0simply due to where she lives.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To address the <strong>health disparities<\/strong> Emily faces due to <strong>economic instability<\/strong>, she needs her <strong>local representatives<\/strong> to implement <strong>targeted policies and interventions<\/strong> that bridge these regional gaps. Currently, <strong>grassroots programs<\/strong> like\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.habitat.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Habitat for Humanity<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.homesforheroes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Homes for Hero<\/a><\/strong>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/housingplusnyc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Housing Plus<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0can be instrumental in offering a helping hand to people like Emily. There are also <strong>city, state, and federal programs<\/strong> that providers should keep as a reference for patients. These programs provide essential support, from <strong>affordable housing<\/strong> to <strong>financial stability<\/strong>, helping them secure a <strong>healthier future<\/strong>. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a <strong>healthcare provider<\/strong>, make a habit of reviewing and addressing your <strong>patient&#8217;s living situations<\/strong> during <strong>history taking<\/strong> and implementing <strong>address change or status protocols<\/strong>, as needed. In addition, work to create and maintain <strong>patient-provider relationships<\/strong> through <strong>trust<\/strong>, <strong>security<\/strong>, and <strong>listening with an open, nonjudgmental ear<\/strong>. A\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2023\/07\/03\/emotional-intelligence-for-clinicians-practical-tips-for-future-health-professionals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>compassionate approach to care<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is critical to recognizing and addressing the broader issues affecting <strong>patients&#8217; health<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"686\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-couple.png?w=1024\" alt=\"Maria and Carlos, a hardworking LatinX couple.\" class=\"wp-image-4098\" style=\"width:444px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-couple.png 1223w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-couple.png?resize=300,201 300w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-couple.png?resize=768,514 768w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-couple.png?resize=1024,686 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Policies_and_Interventions_Addressing_Economic_Stability\"><\/span>Policies and Interventions Addressing Economic Stability&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Social safety net programs<\/strong> such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaid.gov\/about-us\/program-history\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Medicaid<\/strong><\/a> are pivotal in supporting people grappling with <strong>financial hardships<\/strong>. Other programs, such as <strong>unemployment benefits<\/strong>, <strong>food assistance initiatives<\/strong>, and <strong>affordable housing programs<\/strong> offer relief for those who are struggling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider <strong>Maria and Carlos<\/strong>, a hardworking couple juggling multiple jobs to make ends meet for their family. Despite their dedication to their work, they face persistent <strong>financial instability<\/strong>, <strong>housing insecurity<\/strong>, and limited access to <strong>healthcare services<\/strong>. Carlos has <strong>headaches<\/strong>, along with a <strong>hypertensive spike<\/strong>, because of the strain of balancing work and family responsibilities. Due to <strong>lack of insurance<\/strong>, Carlos is at higher risk of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/learn\/Renal_failure:_Pathology_review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kidney Failure<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/learn\/Stroke:_Nursing_process_(ADPIE)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stroke<\/a><\/strong>, or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/learn\/Heart_failure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Heart Failure<\/strong><\/a>, which may all lead to his death, but not before he makes multiple visits to the <strong>Emergency Department <\/strong>(while accumulating large amounts of <strong>medical debt<\/strong>). To help get Carlos the care he needs, his <strong>health providers<\/strong> helped him get on <strong>Medicare <\/strong>and <strong>Medicaid <\/strong>and referred the couple to an <strong>affordable housing program<\/strong>. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maria and Carlos&#8217; situation underscores the need to <strong>educate patients<\/strong> on their <strong>rights and privileges<\/strong> regarding their <strong>healthcare<\/strong> and the necessity of <strong>federal and state policy changes<\/strong> that ensure <strong>fair wages<\/strong> and expand access to <strong>affordable housing<\/strong> and <strong>healthcare<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"585\" height=\"965\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/woman-with-asthma-trying-to-breathe.png\" alt=\"Tara, a woman with asthma who's trying to breathe.\" class=\"wp-image-8685\" style=\"width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/woman-with-asthma-trying-to-breathe.png 585w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/woman-with-asthma-trying-to-breathe.png?resize=182,300 182w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 585px) 100vw, 585px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategies_for_Improving_Economic_Stability_and_Health\"><\/span>Strategies for Improving Economic Stability and Health &nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Affordable housing initiatives<\/strong> offered a necessary lifeline for Maria and Carlos. Their neighbor, <strong>Tara<\/strong>, struggles with\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/learn\/Asthma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">chronic asthma<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>aggravated by <strong>mold infestation<\/strong> in her apartment. She has limited options because she is <strong>underpaid<\/strong> and has <strong>no insurance<\/strong>, even though she works forty hours per week. Exploring programs like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hud.gov\/topics\/housing_choice_voucher_program_section_8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Section 8 vouchers<\/strong><\/a> or <strong>local housing assistance<\/strong> could improve her living conditions. At the same time, <strong>healthcare subsidies<\/strong> or <strong>Medicaid expansion benefits<\/strong> could provide her with essential <strong>medical care<\/strong>. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The challenge is that the availability and effectiveness of these programs hinge on <strong>city, state, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.acf.hhs.gov\/ocs\/programs\/ssbg\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">federal funding allocations<\/a><\/strong>, emphasizing the critical role of <strong>advocacy<\/strong> and <strong>policy reform<\/strong> in shaping <strong>healthcare equity<\/strong>. Individually, we can enact change through our <strong>right to vote<\/strong> by electing <strong>representatives<\/strong> who support <strong>equality and equity<\/strong>. By advocating for <strong>equitable healthcare policies<\/strong> and investing in <strong>community-based health initiatives<\/strong>, <strong>stakeholders<\/strong> (otherwise known as you and me) can collaborate to lessen the impact of <strong>social determinants<\/strong> such as <strong>income inequality<\/strong> and <strong>systemic barriers<\/strong> on <strong>health outcomes<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-man-holding-his-knee.png?w=660\" alt=\"David, a senior from a rural community, who's having a tough time getting around town due to no public transportation in his area.\" class=\"wp-image-4096\" style=\"width:267px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-man-holding-his-knee.png 1169w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-man-holding-his-knee.png?resize=193,300 193w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-man-holding-his-knee.png?resize=768,1192 768w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-man-holding-his-knee.png?resize=660,1024 660w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/old-man-holding-his-knee.png?resize=989,1536 989w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>David<\/strong>, a senior from a <strong>rural community<\/strong>, grapples with the limited <strong>transportation options<\/strong> that prevent him from making essential <strong>medical visits<\/strong> and trips to the grocery store to get <strong>healthy food<\/strong>. These barriers hinder his access to <strong>vital services<\/strong> and limit his <strong>social connections<\/strong>, worsening <strong>health disparities<\/strong> rooted in <strong>mobility challenges<\/strong>. Despite local efforts to bridge these transportation gaps with programs like a <strong>volunteer-staffed van service<\/strong>, David continues to face significant obstacles to maintaining his <strong>health<\/strong>. <strong>Community-driven initiatives<\/strong> like enhanced <strong>transportation options<\/strong> and strengthened <strong>social network opportunities<\/strong> offer promising avenues to improve David&#8217;s well-being, highlighting the transformative impact of addressing <strong>social determinants of health<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advocacy<\/strong>, <strong>policy reform<\/strong>, and <strong>community-based programs<\/strong> are instrumental in shaping <strong>healthcare access<\/strong>, addressing <strong>inequities<\/strong> in the <strong>social determinants of health<\/strong>, and influencing <strong>patient outcomes<\/strong> across diverse populations. In David&#8217;s community, the creation of a <strong>phone tree<\/strong> for <strong>carpooling<\/strong>, along with neighbors rallying for <strong>food delivery services<\/strong> such as <strong>Doordash<\/strong>, <strong>UberEATS<\/strong>, and <strong>Instacart<\/strong>, has helped him have more accessible options, along with providing <strong>employment opportunities<\/strong> for younger members of his community. As a <strong>provider<\/strong>, being informed about programs such as\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fns.usda.gov\/wic\/about-wic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WIC<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/myaccess.myflfamilies.com\/?showMensaje=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SNAP (aka food stamps)<\/a><\/strong>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/give.feedingamerica.org\/cfGYj1kytky2ywmeVhJa9A2?s_src=Y24XP4G1Y&amp;utm_source=bing&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_content=fb&amp;utm_campaign=paid&amp;s_subsrc=c&amp;s_keyword=find%20food%20bank&amp;gclid=6bd159e4025614cfd92f3f99e4c5f76c&amp;gclsrc=3p.ds&amp;msclkid=6bd159e4025614cfd92f3f99e4c5f76c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Meals On Wheels<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0can help close the gap in <strong>health disparities<\/strong>. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By championing <strong>expanded healthcare coverage<\/strong>, <strong>affordable medication<\/strong>, and <strong>community-based health initiatives<\/strong>, <strong>clinicians<\/strong> and <strong>advocates<\/strong> can strive to address and lessen the pervasive effects of <strong>income inequality<\/strong> and <strong>systemic barriers<\/strong> to <strong>health equity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imagine a bustling town where <strong>economic stability<\/strong> isn&#8217;t just a buzzword but woven into the fabric of everyday life. Here, decisions made at <strong>City Hall<\/strong> help families afford <strong>fresh vegetables<\/strong> or access <strong>affordable housing<\/strong>. <strong>Economic and political stability<\/strong> directly influence <strong>health outcomes<\/strong> by shaping everything from <strong>employment opportunities<\/strong> to <strong>healthcare accessibility<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Due to the complexities of the <strong>American healthcare system<\/strong>, <strong>US-based clinicians<\/strong> need to understand the <strong>social determinants of health<\/strong>. <strong>Economic stability<\/strong> significantly impacts <strong>healthcare access<\/strong>, <strong>quality<\/strong>, and <strong>patient outcomes<\/strong>, so understanding its impact on <strong>policies<\/strong> that define the <strong>availability and standard of care<\/strong> is vital. The stories of <strong>John<\/strong>, <strong>Oscar<\/strong>, <strong>Emily<\/strong>, <strong>Carlos<\/strong>, <strong>Maria<\/strong>, and <strong>Tara<\/strong> help us understand how <strong>economic disparities<\/strong> perpetuate <strong>health inequities<\/strong> across <strong>socioeconomic<\/strong>, <strong>racial<\/strong>, and <strong>geographic lines<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take the time to team up with your <strong>patients<\/strong> and <strong>neighbors<\/strong> to champion <strong>fair healthcare policies<\/strong> and pour resources into <strong>programs<\/strong> that tackle the <strong>root causes of health disparities<\/strong>. Together, we can break down <strong>barriers<\/strong> and boost <strong>health outcomes<\/strong> for everyone. It&#8217;s a collaborative adventure in <strong>healthcare<\/strong>, where <strong>equity<\/strong> is the name of the game, and everyone gets to win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Reading\"><\/span>Additional Reading<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/what-is-intersectional-healthcare-and-why-is-it-important\">What Is Intersectional Healthcare and Why Is It Important?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/what-are-the-social-determinants-of-health-and-why-are-they-important\">What Are the Social Determinants of Health and Why Are They Important?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-important-are-our-neighborhoods-and-built-environments-in-shaping-our-health\">How Important Are Our Neighborhoods and Built Environments in Shaping Our Health?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-education-access-and-quality\">Social Determinants of Health: Education Access and Quality<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-health-care-access-and-quality\">Social Determinants of Health: Health Care Access and Quality<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/social-determinants-of-health-social-and-community-context\">Social Determinants of Health: Social and Community Context<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Economic stability shapes access to healthcare, nutrition, and housing.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial barriers contribute to health disparities and poor outcomes.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social support and community resources can mitigate economic challenges.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advocacy and policy reform are essential for equitable healthcare access.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clinicians play a vital role in connecting patients to assistance programs.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span>References<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hhs.gov\/healthcare\/about-the-aca\/index.html \">https:\/\/www.hhs.gov\/healthcare\/about-the-aca\/index.html <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.census.gov\/library\/publications\/2024\/demo\/p60-283.html\">https:\/\/www.census.gov\/library\/publications\/2024\/demo\/p60-283.html<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kff.org\/health-costs\/issue-brief\/americans-challenges-with-health-care-costs\/\">https:\/\/www.kff.org\/health-costs\/issue-brief\/americans-challenges-with-health-care-costs\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tcf.org\/content\/report\/racism-inequality-health-care-african-americans\/ \">https:\/\/tcf.org\/content\/report\/racism-inequality-health-care-african-americans\/ <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gao.gov\/blog\/why-health-care-harder-access-rural-america\">https:\/\/www.gao.gov\/blog\/why-health-care-harder-access-rural-america<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/prepyourhealth\/discussionguides\/economicstability.htm\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/prepyourhealth\/discussionguides\/economicstability.htm<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaid.gov\/about-us\/program-history\/index.html\">https:\/\/www.medicaid.gov\/about-us\/program-history\/index.html<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hud.gov\/topics\/housing_choice_voucher_program_section_8\">https:\/\/www.hud.gov\/topics\/housing_choice_voucher_program_section_8<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acf.hhs.gov\/ocs\/programs\/ssbg\/about\">https:\/\/www.acf.hhs.gov\/ocs\/programs\/ssbg\/about<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/02\/Blog_Display_Ads_MOBILE3_2023.png?w=700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/02\/Blog_Display_Ads_MOBILE3_2023.png 700w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/02\/Blog_Display_Ads_MOBILE3_2023.png?resize=300,107 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p 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