Structural vulnerability is a distinct likelihood of encountering major difficulties within the family atmosphere or the threat to the family itself because of such deficient capital resources as money, education, access to health care, or important/vital information.
[2] When Structural Vulnerability strikes the household poor children are more likely than their affluent peers to encounter a lengthy list of health problems.
Potential health issues include inadequate prenatal care, Low birth weight, iron deficiency, and a high risk exposure to toxic metals like lead.
Hunger and Malnutrition can lead to more health issues concerning low income families.
Issues could include elevated heart rates, diabetes, hypertension, cancer, asthma, and dental problems.