A middle-aged impoverished Aboriginal woman living beside a river, downstream from the oil sands of Fort McMurray, has asthma and osteoporosis.What theory would best describe this woman's risk of ailment?

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intersectionality theory considers the intersection of multiple social identities, such as race, gender, and class, and how they create unique experiences and vulnerabilities for individuals. In this case, the woman's Aboriginal identity, impoverished status, and proximity to the oil sands all contribute to her increased risk of asthma and osteoporosis.

A Middle-Aged Impoverished Aboriginal Woman Living Beside a River, Downstream