Public Health: Prevention Levels, Interventions, and Social Determinants

Flashcards covering levels of prevention, public health interventions, the epidemiological triangle, and social determinants of health from biology lecture notes.

What is the objective of primary prevention, and what are its examples?

Primary prevention stops disease before it happens. Examples include vaccines, seat belts, and exercise.

What is the goal of secondary prevention, and what examples are provided in the notes?

Secondary prevention aims to find disease early. Examples include mammograms, colonoscopy, and prostate screenings.

What is the focus of tertiary prevention, and what examples are given?

Tertiary prevention focuses on reducing the impact of an existing disease. Examples include physical therapy after a stroke and rehab.

What general public health interventions are listed in the notes?

Public health interventions include sewage treatment, food treatment, vaccinations, and work safety.

What does each component of the epidemiological triangle for infectious disease represent?

Agent is what causes the disease; Environment is what allowed transmission; Host is who can become infected.

What elements are listed under the 'Health care access' social determinant of health?

Insurance, transportation, and quality of care.

What elements are listed under the 'Neighborhood / Environment' social determinant of health?

Air quality, housing / pollution, and safety.

What elements are listed under the 'Social / Community' social determinant of health?

Social support, discrimination, community resources, and social connection.