haz tarjetas sobre la salud pública Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is public health?
Public health is the science and practice of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.
True or False: Public health focuses solely on individual health care.
False
Fill in the blank: The main goal of public health is to prevent __________.
disease
Which organization is known for its global public health efforts?
World Health Organization (WHO)
What are the three core functions of public health?
Assessment, policy development, and assurance.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a determinant of health? A) Genetics B) Environment C) Personal choices D) Weather
D) Weather
What is epidemiology?
Epidemiology is the study of how diseases affect the health and illness of populations.
True or False: Vaccination is considered a public health intervention.
True
Short answer: Name one major public health challenge today.
Chronic diseases, infectious diseases, health inequities, or any other relevant challenge.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the process of educating and informing individuals and communities about health issues.
Health promotion
What role do public health policies play?
Public health policies help guide actions and decisions that affect health outcomes in communities.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key component of public health surveillance? A) Data collection B) Treatment of patients C) Individual health assessments D) None of the above
A) Data collection
What is the purpose of health education in public health?
To inform and empower individuals to make healthy choices and improve their health.
True or False: Public health only addresses physical health.
False
Short answer: What is one example of a public health campaign?
Anti-smoking campaigns, vaccination drives, or any other relevant campaign.
