Core 1: Health Priorities in Australia (CQ1 & CQ2) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the role of Epidemiology
A
Study of the pattern in disease, including apparent causes of disease
2
Q
What are the measures of Epidemiology
A
Mortality, infant mortality, morbidity, life expectancy
3
Q
How are priority health issues identified?
A
Social justice principles
Priority population groups
The prevalence of condition
Potential for prevention and early intervention
Cost to the individual and community
4
Q
What are the determinants of Health
A
Sociocultural, socioeconomic, environmental
5
Q
What are the groups experiencing health inequities
A
Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander (ATSI), Rural and Remote
6
Q
What are the preventable chronic diseases?
A
CVD, cancer, diabetes
