Which of the following impacts health by altering health determinants and ultimately changing the health of the affected population or individual?
a. Health policies c. Rules
b. Laws d. Operational decisions
A
Health policies are written decisions that direct or influence the actions or decisions of others. They can take many forms. They impact health by altering health determinants such as lifestyle, socioeconomic status, and available services, ultimately changing the health of the affected population or individual.
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