How are diseases linked to poverty part 1! Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is the relatedness between diseases & poverty, and how do they affect one another?
Diseases and poverty are deeply interconnected in a cycle where poverty increases
vulnerability to diseases, and diseases reinforce poverty by limiting economic opportunities.
What are the titles of the ways diseases and poverty are linked?
Limited Access to healthcare, malnutrition and weakened community, unhygienic living conditions, limited education and awareness, higher exposure to environmental hazards, maternal and child health issues, inability to afford medications or treatment, & disease burden and economic hardship.
How are diseases and poverty linked in terms of limited Access to Healthcare?
*Poor communities often lack access to
quality healthcare, leading to untreated or
poorly managed diseases.
*Preventable diseases become severe due to
a lack of early diagnosis and treatment.
How are diseases and poverty linked in terms of malnutrition and Weakened Immunity?
*Poverty leads to poor nutrition, which
weakens the immune system.
*Malnourished individuals are more
susceptible to infections such as
tuberculosis, pneumonia, and diarrhoea.
How are diseases and poverty linked in terms of unhygienic Living Conditions?
*Overcrowded housing, poor sanitation, and
lack of clean water contribute to the spread
of infectious diseases like cholera, typhoid,
and tuberculosis.
How are diseases and poverty linked in terms of limited Education and Awareness?
*Low literacy rates in poor communities lead
to a lack of awareness about disease
prevention, hygiene, and the importance of
vaccinations.
How are diseases and poverty linked in terms of higher Exposure to Environmental Hazards?
*Poor people often work in hazardous
conditions (e.g., mines, factories) and live in
polluted areas, increasing exposure to
respiratory diseases and other health risks.
How are diseases and poverty linked in terms of maternal and Child Health Issues?
*Pregnant women in poverty-stricken areas
face higher risks of maternal mortality due
to lack of medical care.
*Children suffer from preventable diseases
like measles and malnutrition-related
illnesses.
How are diseases and poverty linked in terms of inability to Afford Medications and Treatment?
*Even when healthcare is available, people
in poverty struggle to afford medicines and
treatments, worsening health conditions.
How are diseases and poverty linked in terms of disease Burden and Economic Hardship?
*Chronic illnesses prevent individuals from
working, trapping them in poverty.
*Families spend a significant portion of their
income on medical expenses, leading to
financial instability.
