Which of the following is a social determinant of health?

• A. Blood Pressure
• B. Education and Literacy
• C. Vitamin D Level
• D. Hair Color

Answer: (B)

Social determinants of health are the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age that shape health outcomes, including education, income, housing, and access to care. Education and literacy fit this idea because they influence how well people understand health information, navigate the healthcare system, and access resources that support healthier choices and better living conditions. Blood pressure is a current health status measure of cardiovascular health, not a determinant of health itself. Vitamin D level is a nutritional/biological factor influenced by diet and sun exposure, not a social condition. Hair color is determined by genetics, unrelated to social determinants.