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Assignment - Is Wealthier Healthier Essay
Description - A variety of arguments can be made for the reasons why there is great health inequity in these regions. Some relate to the different colonial histories since health is transmitted inter-generationally. Colonization, neoliberal globalization, including free market, free trade, and the unrestricted flow of capital with little government influence, has resulted in large wealth inequalities. Some countries have cut their government spending on health programs, which has led to devastating health outcomes.
Two countries with different per-capita income levels such that one could be classified as a "high income" nation and the other would not be classified in the same income category. (Germany and Nigeria)
Write 2-3 pages summary comparing these two countries (Germany and Nigeria), their health problems. Also, compare how the economic level and income inequality in each country influenced other social determinants (social dynamics, the status of women, education, or violence/homicide, etc.) for each country. Then, explain the impact of the determinants on the health outcome in each country. Expand on your insights utilizing the Learning Resources.
Use APA formatting for your Discussion and to cite your resources.