Problem 1: Why do certain population groups experience differences in care? Discuss the role of unconscious bias, discrimination, and structural racism in health care. Describe how these factors contribute to health disparities and health outcomes. Discuss how determinants of health, such as political, social, or economic factors also contribute to community/population health and health inequalities. In text citation and reference are required.
Problem 2: Consider the community in which there are black and white live there. What health disparities currently exist or existed when you lived in that community? Describe the determinants of health, such as behavioral, cultural, or spiritual factors, that influence the health of your community. Describe one example of how religion, faith, or spirituality influenced your health in a positive or negative way. Present two strategies that could be or that have been implemented in your community to improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities. In text citation and reference are required.