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Case Study: Miguel is a migrant worker who has injured himself while working in California as a seasonal employee. While on the job, he severely injures himself and refuses to seek medical treatment.

Considering the social determinants of health, what factors do you think would influence his decision to seek medical care, and how do current policies affect his access to health care?

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This solution discusses a case study regarding the social determinants of health policy and factors that influence one's decision to seek proper medical care. The solution also looks at how current policies affect one's access to health care.

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Case Study: Miguel is a migrant worker who has injured himself while working in California as a seasonal employee. While on the job, he severely injures himself and refuses to seek medical treatment. Considering the social determinants of health, what factors do you think would influence his decision to seek medical care, and how do current policies affect his access to health care?

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