Briefly Explain the Association Between Poor Health and Socioeconomic Status

question 75

Essay

Briefly explain the association between poor health and socioeconomic status (SES).

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Definitions:

Regressive Taxes

Tax systems in which the tax rate decreases as the taxable amount (income or expenditure) increases, placing a higher relative burden on lower-income earners.

Lower-Income Canadians

Canadians who earn income significantly below the national average, placing them in the lower economic strata of society.

Tax Credits

Financial incentives or reductions in tax payments provided by governments to encourage certain behaviors or to aid taxpayers in specific situations.

Rate Of Poverty

The proportion of the population living below the poverty line, reflecting the economic condition where individuals lack sufficient income to meet minimal standards of living.