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Glossary: economics and health.

Gerry McCartneyRobert McMasterDeborah ShiptonOliver HardingWendy Hearty
Published in: Journal of epidemiology and community health (2022)
As we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, there is an increasing focus on how the economy is rebuilt and the impact this will have on population health. Many of the economic policy proposals being discussed have their own vocabulary, which is not always understood in the same way within or between disciplines. This glossary seeks to provide a common language and concise summary of the key economic terminology relevant for policymakers and public health at this time.
Keyphrases
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  • healthcare
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  • mental health
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  • risk assessment
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  • climate change