See the Canadian Public Health Association's document: "Health Impacts of Social
and Economic Conditions: Implications for Public Policy."

On Mon, 8 Feb 1999 11:46:26 -0500 Carol Popovic wrote:

> From: Carol Popovic <[log in to unmask]>
> Date: Mon, 8 Feb 1999 11:46:26 -0500
> Subject: Determinants of Health
> To: [log in to unmask]
>
> What current initiatives are underway in health promotion for the
> determinants of health ie., environment (physical & social), housing, food,
> education and employment?
>
> We are looking at comprehensive planning in this area and have already
> created and followed through with a community awareness project.  We have
> also done a fair amount in food security as a separate issue and have
> participated in community forums on the topics of homelessness and
> education. But we are only begining to address these issues in a more
> comprehensive way. Has anyone developed a internal/external framework to
> address these topics? Or, what is being done out there?
>
> We are also interested in measuring outcomes: what are some indicators you
> may have used?
>
> Also, does anyone know of relevant federal or provincial policies on the
> topic?