Honors Theses

Date of Defense

2026

Document Type

Honors Thesis

Degree Type

Bachelors of Science

Declared Major

Public Health

College

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

Faculty Advisor

Stacey Pinnock, D.H.Sc., Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

Honors Program Director

Aileen Miyuki Farrar, Ph.D., Director, Farquhar Honors Program

Faculty Fellow for Student Research

David Kerstetter, Ph.D., Faculty Fellow for Student Research

HCAS Dean

Robin Cooper, Ph.D., Dean, Halmos College of Arts and Sciences

Home College Dean

Elaine M. Wallace, D.O., M.S., M.S., M.S., M.S., Dean, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

Abstract

Women’s health has constantly been changing- from public health infrastructure to health policies, and even medical advancements. Yet, the struggles are persistent within the gaps present in women’s health. The Socio-Ecological Model (SEM) explains interactions between different levels of relationships, which result in health outcomes that vary from individual factors to environmental factors. Applying the SEM to describe health disparities can help explain how the relationships an individual has influenced their health. This project serves to exemplify these different levels while discussing the tailoring of services to the needs and the importance of populations based on their experiences. Specifically, adhering to women’s health and their intersectional identity while addressing both risk and protective factors from an evidence-based lens. When predictive and protective factors exist, so should solutions. Evidence-based interventions are also discussed at each level to help alleviate some of the barriers present for women.

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