Significance of Social and economic conditions
Social and economic conditions encompass various factors that influence the practice of medicine, living standards, and health outcomes. In Ayurveda, these conditions reflect the societal and economic characteristics that affect health practices and public health needs. Historically in India, they describe the frameworks impacting village life and individual economic statuses, often influenced by political institutions. In scientific terms, they refer to the factors affecting the accessibility and effectiveness of Ayurvedic practices across different socio-economic groups, highlighting their significance in healthcare.
Synonyms: Socioeconomic status, Social and economic factors, Economic circumstances, Societal conditions, Economic status, Social environment
In Dutch: Sociale en economische omstandigheden; In Finnish: Sosiaaliset ja taloudelliset olosuhteet; In Spanish: Condiciones sociales y económicas; In German: Soziale und wirtschaftliche Bedingungen
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Hindu concept of 'Social and economic conditions'
In Hinduism, social and economic conditions encompass societal traits and economic factors influencing healthcare practices, highlighting their effects on disease prevalence and public health demands within the community.
From: History of Indian Medicine (and Ayurveda)
(1) The collective characteristics of the society and its economy that can impact the practice of medicine, including prevalent diseases and public health needs.[1]
The concept of Social and economic conditions in local and regional sources
Social and economic conditions encompass the societal frameworks and financial circumstances influencing village life in India, impacting living standards and economic status of individuals and communities, often addressed by political institutions.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The societal frameworks and financial circumstances impacting village life in India.[2] (2) The living conditions and economic status affecting individuals and communities, which are often addressed by political institutions.[3]