Must be at least 400 words in length, which is equivalent to two – three paragraphs. Should correctly answer all the questions in each discussion forum. **Require thoughtful and accurate responses and discourse that connect to the attached material** Reference scholarly or peer-reviewed sources to support your discussion points as appropriate. How does social epidemiology and theory help frame public health work? As we build the foundation in the field of social epidemiology, we are faced with looking at disease from a different lens. We must push ourselves beyond the biological components and evaluate the social and structural factors that contribute to morbidity and mortality—resulting in some personal reflection on how our own communities may be affected by such factors and how your future work will bridge the divide to improve health. – Discuss how you think “social epidemiology” differs from the field of “epidemiology? – What is the utility of studying “social epidemiology” for public health research, practice, and policy? – How do theoretical frameworks help us understand disease distribution? – Finally, discuss the most apparent social determinates of health that affect your community?
