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Health Equity

Biological, behavioural and genetic factors aren't the only things that influence your health. Social and economic considerations such as education, income, physical environments, and culture are just a few pieces of the puzzle. This section focuses on Sudbury & District Health Unit advocacy initiatives, policy development, and what we're doing to help build supportive environments in our communities.

• Learn more about the social determinants of health and social inequities in health.

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• Find out about the actions taken by the Health Unit to reduce social inequities in health.
• Explore some of the tools and resources used by the Health Unit and other agencies in their efforts to reduce social inequities in health.