WHO Commission on the Social Determinants of Health

The WHO Commission on the Social Determinants of Health is a global initiative that studies how various social factors—like income, education, housing, and employment—affect people’s health. It aims to understand why health outcomes vary across different communities and to identify ways to reduce these inequalities. By highlighting the social causes of health issues, the commission seeks to promote policies that create fairer opportunities for all to live healthier lives. Its work emphasizes that health is shaped not just by medical care but also by social and economic conditions.