Ottowa Charter Flashcards
(15 cards)
What does ‘D’ stand for in the Ottawa Charter Action Areas?
Developing Personal Skills (DPS)
Focus on building knowledge and life skills to empower individuals in health decisions
What is the aim of Developing Personal Skills (DPS)?
Empower individuals to make informed health decisions
Achieved through health education programs and workshops
Provide an example of Developing Personal Skills (DPS).
Health education programs, workshops
These initiatives help individuals gain knowledge and skills for better health.
What does ‘S’ represent in the Ottawa Charter Action Areas?
Strengthening Community Action (SCA)
Focus on community involvement and support
What is the aim of Strengthening Community Action (SCA)?
Encourage collective action and peer influence
Fosters a supportive environment through community initiatives
Give an example of an initiative under Strengthening Community Action (SCA).
Fun runs (e.g. City to Surf), awareness days (e.g. Beanie Day)
These activities promote community engagement and health awareness.
What does ‘C’ stand for in the Ottawa Charter Action Areas?
Creating Supportive Environments (CSE)
Focus on physical and social surroundings that facilitate healthy choices
What is the aim of Creating Supportive Environments (CSE)?
Make healthy choices easier and accessible
Ensures that environments promote health and well-being.
Provide an example of Creating Supportive Environments (CSE).
Smoke-free zones, safe playgrounds
These examples illustrate how environments can promote healthier lifestyles.
What does ‘R’ stand for in the Ottawa Charter Action Areas?
Reorienting Health Services (RHS)
Focus on preventing illness rather than just treating it
What is the aim of Reorienting Health Services (RHS)?
Improve access to and quality of preventative care
Shifts the focus of health services towards prevention.
Give an example of an initiative under Reorienting Health Services (RHS).
Health clinics, quit-smoking programs, screenings
These initiatives focus on preventative health measures.
What does ‘B’ stand for in the Ottawa Charter Action Areas?
Building Healthy Public Policy (BHP)
Focus on policy-making that supports health initiatives
What is the aim of Building Healthy Public Policy (BHP)?
Ensure health is considered in laws and regulations
This approach integrates health considerations into public policy.
Provide an example of Building Healthy Public Policy (BHP).
No-smoking legislation, mandatory seatbelt laws
These policies are designed to protect public health.
