Health And Social Care Case Study
1. How have shifting demographics, the rise in prevalence of chronic conditions, and the strained social service sector contributed to the growing number of vulnerable populations?
The rise in prevalence of chronic conditions is a tricky situation to get a handle on because these conditions have no cure, though they can be treated. Chronic conditions play a major role in health as 7 out of 10 deaths each year are linked to these conditions and is much more prevalent for minorities and poor. Prevention is possible, but it requires a lot of effort and management and a health lifestyle, which can be expensive and not easily attainable. Income is a major factor into whether someone will have access to proper health care and health services. Without
The rise in prevalence of chronic conditions is a tricky situation to get a handle on because these conditions have no cure, though they can be treated. Chronic conditions play a major role in health as 7 out of 10 deaths each year are linked to these conditions and is much more prevalent for minorities and poor. Prevention is possible, but it requires a lot of effort and management and a health lifestyle, which can be expensive and not easily attainable. Income is a major factor into whether someone will have access to proper health care and health services. Without