Britain health Flashcards
What was the average life expectancy in Britain around 1000 AD?
About 30 years.
True or False: The Black Death occurred in the 14th century.
True.
Fill in the blank: The major plague outbreak in 1665 is known as the _____ Plague.
Great.
What was the primary cause of death in Britain during the medieval period?
Infectious diseases.
Which famous public health reformer introduced the concept of sanitation in the 19th century?
Edwin Chadwick.
What major health act was passed in Britain in 1848?
The Public Health Act.
Which disease was eradicated in Britain by the late 20th century due to vaccination?
Smallpox.
What year was the National Health Service (NHS) established?
1948.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major health issue in Britain during the Industrial Revolution? A) Tuberculosis B) Heart Disease C) Diabetes
A) Tuberculosis.
What was the impact of the 1918 influenza pandemic on Britain?
It caused millions of deaths and overwhelmed healthcare systems.
True or False: The introduction of antibiotics occurred in the early 20th century.
True.
Fill in the blank: The _____ Act of 1967 legalized abortion in Britain.
Abortion.
What is the primary aim of the NHS?
To provide healthcare to all residents of the UK free at the point of use.
What was the main focus of the Beveridge Report published in 1942?
Social welfare and health reforms.
Which health crisis emerged in Britain during the 1980s linked to drug use?
HIV/AIDS epidemic.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors contributed to improved health in Britain post-1945? A) Increased access to clean water B) Improved living conditions C) Advances in medical technology D) All of the above
D) All of the above.
True or False: The introduction of the polio vaccine significantly reduced polio cases in Britain.
True.
What does the term ‘public health’ refer to?
The health of the population as a whole, focusing on prevention and health promotion.
What was a significant health issue faced by the British population during World War II?
Food shortages and malnutrition.
Fill in the blank: The _____ Report of 1980 highlighted health inequalities in Britain.
Black.
What is the primary role of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
To coordinate international public health efforts.
Which major health reform occurred in Britain during the 1990s?
The introduction of the NHS internal market.
True or False: Smoking rates in Britain have decreased since the 1970s.
True.
What is the significance of the ‘Health and Social Care Act’ of 2012?
It reformed the way NHS services are organized and delivered.
