Better health leads to higher labor force participation and economic growth.
The study looked at how health and working are connected for people in Colombia. They found that being healthier makes it more likely for people to have a job, and having a job can lead to better health. This relationship was seen for both men and women, and for different age groups. The results suggest that having good health is important for being able to work, and that policies to improve health could help the economy grow in the long run.