This is a mnemonic used to help remember social factors that can lead to health differences between groups of people. “PROGRESS” stands for place of residence, race or ethnicity, occupation, gender, religion, education, socioeconomic status, and social network or capital. The “Plus” covers other factors such as age, disability, and sexual orientation.
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