Changes in Aus HS Flashcards
what is the biomedical approach to health
focuses on the physical and biological aspects of disease and illness and a medical model practiced by doctors
this approach:
Focuses on individuals who are ill
relies on technology to diagnose, cure and treat
concerned disease, illness and disability
quick fix approach
relies on services provided by specialists, doctors and hospitals
intersectoral collaboration
having groups from many sectors such as the Govt, public and private sector working together to achieve a common goal
new public health
an approach to health that expands the traditional focus on individual behaviour change to
one that considers the ways in which physical, sociocultural and political environments impact on health.
old public health
government actions that focused on changing the physical environment to prevent the spread
of disease, such as providing safe water, sanitation and sewage disposal, improved nutrition, improved
housing conditions and better work conditions
social model of health
an approach that recognises improvements in health and wellbeing can only be achieved by directing effort towards addressing the physical, sociocultural and political environments of health that have an impact on individuals and population groups
Policies and practices associated with old public health
The establishment of govt funded water and sewage systems, and better sanitation
introduction of Quarantine laws
introduction of better quality housing
more hygienic birthing practices
principles of the social model of health
Acts to enable access to healthcare
empowers individuals and communities
addresses broader determinants and factors of health
acts to reduce social inequities
involves inter-sectoral collaboration
OTTOWA HC action areas
Build Healthy public policy
create supportive environments
strengthen community action
develop personal skills
reorient health services
