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Social determinants of health in hospitalized children

Gross E, Jakubowski E, Sahai S
Pediatr Ann

It has long been established that the environment in which a child grows and develops shapes their social and health outcomes. After all, collecting social history is a key component of a health care visit. In recent decades, the importance of social determinants of health (SDOH) has been rediscovered, and the impact of adverse childhood experiences has garnered great attention. Estimates show that health outcomes are influenced more by factors outside of health care, such as our patients' SDOH. Addressing SDOH is fundamental for improving health and reducing longstanding inequities in health. While understanding that SDOH needs to be addressed through the continuum of pediatric care, this article will focus on SDOH in the pediatric inpatient setting.

Gross E, Jakubowski E, Sahai S. Social determinants of health in hospitalized children. Pediatr Ann. 2024;53(9):e337-e344. DOI:10.3928/19382359-20240703-02. PMID: 39240180

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Resource type
Peer Reviewed Research
Outcomes
Process
Patient Experience of Care
Provider Experience of Care
Population
Children and Youth
Screening research
Yes
Social Determinant of Health
Built Environment
Economic Security
Education/Literacy
Employment
Food/Hunger
Health Care Access
Housing Quality
Housing Stability
Social Support/Social Isolation
Study design
Review
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