Social determinants of health and attempt to change unhealthy lifestyle: A population-based study

Conclusions: The prevalence of inadequate physical activity and being overweight or obese was considerable in Shiraz, Iran. Attempts to change unhealthy lifestyle were less than ideal. Social determinants of health factors including unemployment and low levels of education and socioeconomic status play important roles in attempts to change current lifestyles.Keywords: Exercise, lifestyle, smoking, Social determinants of health
Source: International Journal of Preventive Medicine - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research