HCA 515 Week 2 Discussion 1 and 2

HCA 515 Topic 1

Determinants of health reach beyond the boundaries of traditional health care and public health sectors. Sectors such as education, housing, transportation, agriculture, and environment can be important allies in improving population health. Provide a documented example in which this has been demonstrated, and provide supporting evidence.

HCA 515 Topic 2

What are health indicators and how are they used? Present your answer in an example format in which you explain what the health indicator is and how it can be used. There are numerous examples available, and it is not appropriate to repeat one that has already been posted.