Tag: Social vulnerability

The acronym HIZ can represent entirely different classification systems within the health sector, leading to potential confusion. Understanding the specific context of the different Hiz classification is crucial, whether it refers to a diagnostic finding in spinal health or a targeted strategy in public health initiatives.

According to research published in the *Journal of General Internal Medicine*, certain populations are significantly more likely to have unmet health needs due to multiple risk factors. Defining **what groups are classed as vulnerable** requires understanding a variety of interconnected factors—from physical health to social circumstances—that increase a person's susceptibility to harm or neglect.