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Explores the social determinants underlying poor health outcomes among marginalized and disenfranchised populations in the U.S. and considers policy approaches to address those determinants. Explores examples of marginalized and disenfranchised populations including but not limited to groups facing extreme poverty, homelessness, serious mental illness, addiction, and disability. Examines the array of social determinants contributing to poor health outcomes among marginalized and disenfranchised populations in the U.S.; current U.S. social policy approaches these populations in the areas of healthcare, disability, poverty, housing, and criminal justice policy; and the politics of social policy in the US. Provides students with opportunities for integrating social policy concepts, theories, and frameworks through an in-depth analysis of the sources of vulnerability and related policy approaches to improve health and social outcomes in specific vulnerable populations.