Chapter 4 Flashcards
What was the primary focus of public health reforms in Britain during the 20th century?
To improve sanitation, reduce disease, and provide better healthcare access.
True or False: The introduction of the National Health Service (NHS) occurred in 1948.
True
Fill in the blank: The __________ Act of 1848 was one of the first pieces of legislation aimed at improving public health in Britain.
Public Health
Which disease outbreak in the 19th century prompted significant changes in public health policy?
Cholera
What was the significance of the Beveridge Report published in 1942?
It outlined the need for a welfare state and led to the creation of the NHS.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major health issue in Britain during the early 20th century? A) Diabetes B) Tuberculosis C) Asthma
B) Tuberculosis
What role did the Local Government Act of 1929 play in public health?
It transferred health responsibilities to local authorities.
True or False: The Clean Air Act of 1956 was a response to air pollution problems in urban areas.
True
What was the main purpose of vaccination programs introduced in the 20th century?
To prevent infectious diseases.
Fill in the blank: The __________ Act of 1968 aimed to improve environmental health standards.
Health and Safety
Which public health crisis in the 1980s led to increased awareness and action regarding health education?
HIV/AIDS epidemic
What did the term ‘social determinants of health’ refer to in the context of public health?
The conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age that affect health outcomes.
Multiple Choice: Which organization was established to oversee public health in England and Wales in 2002? A) NHS B) Public Health England C) WHO
B) Public Health England
True or False: The Health and Social Care Act 2012 aimed to increase competition in the NHS.
True
What was the impact of the 1974 reorganization of the NHS?
It created a more centralized system of health care management.
Fill in the blank: The __________ Act of 1936 aimed to tackle housing issues and improve living conditions.
Housing
What public health measure was introduced in response to the 2001 foot-and-mouth disease outbreak?
Culling of infected livestock and stricter biosecurity measures.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following health issues has seen a significant rise in the UK since the late 20th century? A) Malaria B) Obesity C) Tuberculosis
B) Obesity
True or False: The introduction of the smoking ban in public places in 2007 was aimed at reducing secondhand smoke exposure.
True
What is the significance of the term ‘health inequalities’?
It refers to the unjust differences in health status among different population groups.
Fill in the blank: The __________ Review of 2010 examined the impact of public health interventions on health outcomes.
Marmot
What was the focus of the public health campaigns in the 1980s and 1990s?
To address issues such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and sexual health.
Multiple Choice: Which health initiative was launched in 2015 to address childhood obesity? A) Change4Life B) Eatwell C) Health4Kids
A) Change4Life
True or False: The introduction of the Care Act 2014 was aimed at improving care services for the elderly and vulnerable.
True
What role did the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) play in public health?
It provides guidance on health and care practices to improve health outcomes.
Fill in the blank: The __________ Act of 1967 legalized the use of contraceptives in the UK.
Abortion
What was one of the major public health achievements of the 20th century in Britain?
The eradication of smallpox.
Multiple Choice: What was a major public health concern in Britain during the Industrial Revolution? A) Malnutrition B) Overpopulation C) Infectious diseases
C) Infectious diseases
