Social Determinants of Health in Detroit
Social determinants of health are interrelated and significantly impact the health outcomes of individuals and communities. Addressing these determinants requires multi-faceted solutions.
Planet Detroit reports on community, nonprofit-led and government-led efforts to intervene in the social determinants of health impacting Detroiters.
Double Up Food Bucks offers a dollar-for-dollar match of up to $10 daily for fresh fruits and vegetables.
Nina Wimberley doesn’t remember a time when she didn’t struggle with asthma.
In the heart of southwest Detroit, Marlen Pena braved a fixer-upper. But when paint dust likely led to her daughter’s lead poisoning, she turned to LeadSafe Detroit for a lifeline.
The Gordie Howe Bridge is reshaping Delray with its significant presence and increased truck traffic. A city program funded by a community benefits agreement assists residents in adjusting or relocating.