definition for: #SDOH

Social Determinants of Health: non-clinical factors that impact a person's health. Research suggests that Social Determinants of Health comprise about 80% of a person's health, compared to 20% for clinical care. Social Determinants of Health are often referenced for their impact on Population Health as well. In a June 26, 2016 article Dr. Kenneth Kizer of the Institute for Population Health Improvement at UC Davis said "social determinants of health have more to do with reducing preventable deaths and improving population health than health care itself."