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Analyzing the Relationship between Poverty and Public Health (and the Role of the Government and Nonprofit Organizations within that Relationship)

This study aims to analyze the relationship between poverty and public health, as well as the role of the government and nonprofit organizations within that relationship. This analysis will be preformed by conducting a literature review and communicating with qualified individuals regarding the subjects of poverty, public health, and the role of the government and nonprofit organizations in the health care field, conducting data analysis on relevant data (demographics, health surveys, etc.)., and visiting related field sites (government funded hospitals, private hospitals, health-related nonprofit organizations, etc.).

This study aims to identify what changes need to take place in order to reduce poverty and improve public health. In addition, this study will expand the knowledge regarding the relationship between poverty and public health, as well as acknowledge the actions of the government and nonprofit organizations that may contribute to reducing poverty and improving public health.

An analysis of the relationship between poverty and public health in conjunction with the role of of the government and nonprofit organizations in this relationship is valuable for the following reasons:
 * There is currently a lack of literature and research regarding the comparison of both government and nonprofit participation with regard to both reducing poverty and improving public health.
 * Mixed opinions currently exist with regard to the public's view on the government's effort to reduce poverty and improve public health.
 * Conflicting opinions exist regarding the role of nonprofits in the healthcare field and in society in general.
 * Many individuals assume that nonprofit organizations positively impact their local communities, when in reality studies have shown that non nonprofit density displays a strong correlation with the awareness of the sector and confidence in the performance of nonprofits.
 * Studies have revealed that health system performance factors are associated with the public's trust in the government.