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Question

The focus of this discussion board is to address the impact of at least one of the social determinants of health on an identified health concern in the U.S., (examples: infant mortality rate, obesity, cardiovascular disease, or immunizations). The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and the Healthy People 2030 websites will be useful.

The initial post will consist of one paragraph describing/explaining the SDOH that you consider having the greatest impact on the overall health of populations in the U.S. Give an example of one specific population within the U.S. that is heavily impacted by the chosen SDOH. Write a second paragraph explaining the relationship among the chosen SDOH, the U.S. population, and the population where you live.

You will respond to two of your peers. The details for each component of the discussion board follow.

Healthy People 2030 list five key areas of SDOH: (a) Economic Stability; (b) Education Access and Quality; (c) Social and Community Context; (d) Health Care Access and Quality; and (e) Neighborhood and Built Environment. Using some of the resources provided to you in Instructional Materials, as well as at least 1 scholarly journal article,