The focus of this unit is local, regional and global challenges to health. Despite incredible improvements to
health over many years, life expectancy rates within and across populations vary considerably. Students
learn about the impact of social determinants on global inequities and other challenges to health, and
approaches to address barriers which prevent groups from experiencing better health outcomes. Students
examine international health agencies and global and local initiatives designed to improve health. Students
further refine and apply investigative skills to analyse health issues, develop well-constructed arguments,
and draw evidence-based conclusions.