Health leaders are typically not trained in the arenas of education, literacy and economic development. But the magnitude with which these social elements influence the health of populations cannot by ignored. Today’s leaders in health must not only appropriately inform themselves but also fully embrace their opportunities to support communities in these fields. The outcome will only be greater health for all whom we serve. Above is are the results from an ongoing study in Tanzania. In the adult population illustrated above as average years of education increase the all cause mortality decrease in a linear fashion. What mechanism of action explains this phenomena? Greater educational opportunities for women, for example, foster increased personal wealth, improved nutrition, reduced childbearing, and improved access to medical care, which contribute significantly to the overall health of women.
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