Week 1 Discussion Forum

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1. One of the key tenets of the health and development link is that good health promotes economic development at the societal level, which is critical for national development. In 2015, the leading cause of death globally was ischemic heart disease. What effect do you think this had on low-, middle-, and high-income countries?

Week 1 Discussion Forum Answer

 In the view that economic development should be one of the many aspects that will help ensure the safety and protection of health and welfare of the people, the government and involved institutions and sectors give extensive focus, emphasis, and attention for the betterment of public health and provision of healthcare services. Despite the abovementioned ideology and concept, socioeconomic disparities and classifications still divide many countries and governments, including their people and constituents.