Discuss how physical resources in a community can act as both positive and negative determinants of health. (4 marks)
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*PEEL – Solution is structured using separate PEEL methods for each side of the argument; [P] Identify the point, [E] expand on the point with a link to question asked, [Ev] apply evidence/examples, [L] linking sentence back to question.
- [P] Adequate physical resources promote positive health outcomes in communities.
- [E] Parks, recreational facilities and safe walking paths encourage physical activity and social interaction.
- [Ev] Research has shown that this reduces obesity rates and improves mental health through community engagement.
- [L] In this way, well-developed infrastructure supports healthy lifestyle choices.
- [P] In contrast, a lack of physical resources creates barriers to good health.
- [E] Communities without adequate access to transport or recreational facilities such as playgrounds, parks and sporting ovals experience poorer health outcomes.
- [Ev] Poor transport infrastructure can create a barrier to healthcare access and individuals who live in communities with inadequate recreational areas are more likely to be sedentary.
- [L] Consequently, inadequate infrastructure perpetuates health inequities and increases disease and morbidity rates in those areas
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*PEEL – Solution is structured using separate PEEL methods for each side of the argument; [P] Identify the point, [E] expand on the point with a link to question asked, [Ev] apply evidence/examples, [L] linking sentence back to question.*
- [P] Adequate physical resources promote positive health outcomes in communities.
- [E] Parks, recreational facilities and safe walking paths encourage physical activity and social interaction.
- [Ev] Research has shown that this reduces obesity rates and improves mental health through community engagement.
- [L] In this way, well-developed infrastructure supports healthy lifestyle choices.
- [P] In contrast, a lack of physical resources creates barriers to good health.
- [E] Communities without adequate access to transport or recreational facilities such as playgrounds, parks and sporting ovals experience poorer health outcomes.
- [Ev] Poor transport infrastructure can create a barrier to healthcare access and individuals who live in communities with inadequate recreational areas are more likely to be sedentary.
- [L] Consequently, inadequate infrastructure perpetuates health inequities and increases disease and morbidity rates in those areas.