promoting health

What initiatives were associated with 'old' public health?

Establishing sewage systems, providing clean water and sanitation, better housing, improved working conditions, mass immunisation programs, quarantine laws, antenatal and infant welfare services, hygienic birthing practices, and public health campaigns.

What is the biomedical approach to health?

An approach that focuses on the physical or biological aspects of health, practiced by health professionals, associated with diagnosis, treatment, and cure of disease.

What are key features of the biomedical approach to health?

Quick fix approach, relies on health professionals, focuses on ill-health.

How has medical technology advanced health outcomes?

Discovery of vaccines and antibiotics like penicillin has treated and prevented diseases, decreased mortality rates, and improved quality of life.

What are the strengths of the biomedical approach to health?

Effectively treats and cures many diseases, and improves medical technology and research through funding.

What are the limitations of the biomedical approach to health?

Does not promote good health and well-being by ignoring other factors related to ill health, and not all diseases can be treated or cured.

What does the social model of health emphasize?

Improvements in health and well-being can only be achieved by addressing physical, sociocultural, and political environments impacting health.

What are the five action areas of the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion?

1) Build healthy public policy, 2) Create supportive environments, 3) Strengthen community action, 4) Develop personal skills, 5) Reorient health services.

What is social justice?

Fairness within society, based on Human Rights, Access, Participation, and Equity.

What are the Australian Dietary Guidelines?

Guidelines to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight, promote a variety of nutritious foods, and ensure safe food preparation.

What are strengths of the Australian Dietary Guidelines?

Free access, available in accessible formats, and includes specific serving suggestions for males and females.

What are limitations of the Australian Dietary Guidelines?

Only available in English, may be difficult for low literacy individuals to follow, and based on an average person.

What role does health promotion play in improving population health?

Creates conditions that encourage healthier lives and prevent ill health.

What is Medicare?

Universal health insurance scheme for all Australians and permanent residents covering consultations, specialists, and tests.

What is the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)?

A program that ensures Australians have access to essential medicines at subsidised rates.

What is the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)?

A scheme providing services and support for people with permanent, significant disabilities and their families.

What does funding, sustainability, access, and equity mean in Australia’s health system?

Funding ensures staff and resources are maintained; sustainability means systems can operate in the future; access means individuals can utilize the health system when needed; equity ensures disadvantaged populations receive necessary support.