Transmitted Illnesses and the Social Justice Framework
Consider general access to care, maintenance of health and prevention of illness, and treatment of illness. Briefly compare differences in scope (the extent and relevance to the issue of social justice) of two the conditions, obesity and HIV/AIDS. Be sure to describe the demographics of the two populations. Cite readings to support your claims.
How can obesity and HIV/AIDS, and other socially influenced or transmitted illnesses, be explained by a social justice framework?
What are the American mindsets on both obesity and on HIV/AIDS?
How can social workers influence both of these mindsets?