METHODS

Using a systematic three-step deductive content analysis process, we examine hypothetical case studies representing leading causes of death in the USA (eg, heart disease, cancer and diabetes) as well as pressing public health issues such as COVID-19, alcohol use disorder, stigma and discrimination, intimate partner violence and firearm violence.  

After reviewing the profile (1), each case study is analyzed through the framework of the HCP and developed into a flow diagram, through which we identify shortfalls between the observed and optimal levels of each health capability, as well as detrimental or enabling interactions among capabilities (2). We then determine factors and interventions that could help improve overall health capability (3).

The HCP promotes a collaborative approach to health and well-being and offers a valuable tool for clinicians, healthcare professionals, social workers and individual laypersons themselves to analyse, track and develop their own health capabilities.