Analysis of relationship between sustainable development and health economics in Van city

Sustainable development is to meet the needs of current generation without abolishing the ability of future generations' meeting their own needs. Basic elements of sustainable development include economical, socio-cultural and environmental elements. Reduction of famine, qualified education, gender equality, clean water and health conditions, decent work and economic development, innovation and substructure, alleviating the inequalities, responsible production and consumption, life in water and on land, peace and justice, reduction of poverty, accessible clean energy, sustainable city and life areas and healthy are some of basic objectives of sustainable development. Health is regarded as one of important indicators in achieving these objectives. Health is one of the basic needs of mankind. According to the definition made by WHO; health is defined as complete wellness of individuals in terms of physical, mental and social aspects. Naturally, this complete wellness is closely related to the economic development and the environment it affects. There are such variables as nutrition situation, death rate, hygiene conditions, drinking water, health care among health indicators which will be used assessing the objectives of sustainable development. In order to do more beneficial works on behalf of health, the evaluation of these variables is taken over by health economics as the sub-branch of economics. The analysis of relationship between sustainable development and health care economy in Van city has been revealed in the thesis in question. In addition to scope and definition of sustainable development in working, the scope and definition of health care economy have been dealt with. In application section, the analysis of relationship between sustainable development and health care economy in Van city has been presented through the survey study conducted with people living in Van. Connection levels of the Variable factors determined by survey study in Van has been presented at the end of analysis.