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.

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