The determinants of health are factors that influence the health status of individuals and populations. They can be broadly categorized into several groups:
Biological Factors: These include genetic predispositions and physiological factors. Behavioral Factors: Lifestyle choices such as diet, physical activity, and smoking. Social Determinants: Conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age, including socioeconomic status, education, and healthcare access. Environmental Factors: Physical and chemical exposures like pollution, climate, and housing conditions.
