What is a benefit that does not consider health needs?

The selected answer identifies general benefits as those that do not take health needs into account in their provision. General benefits are typically designed to provide a baseline level of support to individuals or families, focusing on broader criteria such as income levels, family circumstances, or living conditions, rather than specifically addressing health-related issues or expenses.

In contrast, sickness-related benefits are tailored directly to those who are unable to work due to health issues, thereby explicitly considering health needs. Contributory benefits are contingent on a person’s contributions to a system, often tied to employment or social insurance, and while they may encompass health-related aspects, they are largely determined by the individual's work history rather than health status. Income Support is aimed at individuals with little or no income but may include considerations of health needs if the person is unable to work due to illness.

General benefits serve a wider demographic without the specific requirement to account for the applicant's health status, making them distinct from the other options that overtly consider health in their eligibility or application.