Understanding of Public Health Issues

These flashcards cover key concepts related to understanding public health issues based on a 2021 report.

What percentage of U.S. adults claim to understand public health very well according to the 2021 report?

42% of U.S. adults say they understand public health very well.

What was the percentage of the public that understood public health very well in 1996?

25% of the public understood public health very well in 1996.

Which infectious disease prevention is considered a main responsibility of public health agencies by 92% of the public?

Providing vaccines to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

What is the percentage of U.S. adults who believe preventing chronic diseases falls under public health responsibilities?

80% of U.S. adults believe preventing chronic diseases is a main responsibility of public health.

What public health issue is viewed as a main responsibility by 91% of U.S. adults?

Controlling the spread of new infectious diseases like Ebola, Zika, or Covid-19.

What percentage of U.S. adults believe providing family planning services is a main responsibility of public health agencies?

66% of U.S. adults believe providing family planning services is a main responsibility.

According to the report, what issue is recognized by only 40% of U.S. adults as a main responsibility of public health agencies?

Preventing violence and death from guns.

What percentage of U.S. adults see reducing racism as a main responsibility of public health?

43% of U.S. adults see reducing racism as a main responsibility.

Which public health issue had the lowest public recognition as a responsibility at 33%?

Reducing climate change.

What main responsibility is associated with reducing infant mortality and preterm birth according to 80% of U.S. adults?

Reducing infant mortality and preterm birth.