Social Determinants of Health

Description

Objectives

Social Determinants of Health

Students will get the opportunity to be introduced to what social determinants of health (SDOH) are as well as be provided relevant examples through a data driven presentation based on existing community reports. In addition, students will get the opportunity to further their knowledge about the impacts of SDOH in the Central Valley. 

  1. Define Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)

  2. Learn about the 6 Social Determinants of Health as outlined by the Kaiser Family Foundation. 

  3. Learn about existing social determinants in their community and provided local examples from Census.gov. 

  4. Learn about efforts to address SDOH in their community. 

  5. Discuss further efforts they can develop to address SDOH in their community.   

Resources

Activity Options

ACTIVITY ONE:  Pre-lecture video

Have the teacher review in class prior to workshop for some general context: Social Determinants of Health - an introduction 

 Additional video to share during presentation:Determinants of Health – A practical approach! 

ACTIVITY TWO: Needs Assessment

 Fresno County: Community Health Needs Assessments 

Reading Assignment Activity