Is poverty the main cause of illness?

The video discusses poverty as a major social determinant of health, highlighting its impact on life expectancy and disability. It explores the concept of 'poverty of imagination' and debates the role of personal responsibility in health outcomes. The discussion emphasizes the need for systemic change rather than focusing solely on individual behavior, advocating for policies like increasing the minimum wage to improve public health.

What is one of the key social determinants of health discussed in the video?

• Dietary habits

• Access to technology

• Poverty

• Genetic predisposition

According to the video, what is a significant difference in life expectancy between the richest and poorest neighborhoods?

• 5 years

• 3 years

• 10 years

• 7 years

What does the video suggest is a form of poverty beyond financial constraints?

• Poverty of health

• Poverty of imagination

• Poverty of resources

• Poverty of time

What is a major challenge for people living in poverty when it comes to making healthy choices?

• Lack of education

• Lack of resources

• Lack of interest

• Lack of time

What role does the video suggest the government should play in public health?

• Promote technological advancements

• Encourage personal responsibility

• Provide financial aid

• Intervene to improve public health outcomes

What does the video propose as a solution to make healthy living more accessible?

• Increase personal responsibility

• Implement systemic changes

• Promote individual behavior change

• Enhance technological access

How does the video critique the notion of personal responsibility in the context of poverty?

• It is irrelevant

• It is necessary

• It is condescending

• It is empowering