Module 1: Introduction to Social Determinants of Health

Module 1 provides an overview of the state of social determinants of health in rural communities and an introduction to unique challenges that rural communities face in addressing barriers to health and health equity.

In this module:

• Defining Social Determinants of Health
• Frameworks to Address Social Determinants of Health
• Types of Social Determinants of Health
• Need for Addressing Social Determinants of Health in Rural Communities
• Population Considerations for Addressing Social Determinants of Health
• Challenges and Barriers to Addressing Social Determinants of Health in Rural Areas