Impact of current Health Trends, Issues, and Concerns Flashcards
Health Implications Of Teenage Pregnancy (MC)
Maternal Health
Child Health
Teenage mothers face higher risks during pregnancy and childbirth compared to older women. These risks include complications during labor, preterm birth, and low birth weight.
Maternal Health
Babies born to teenage mothers are at a higher risk of health issues, developmental delays, and low birth weight.
Child Health
Educational and Economic Consequences of Teenage Pregnancy (EL)
Educational Disruption
Limited Career Opportunities
Teenage parents may face difficulties in pursuing a career due to the demands of parenthood. Limited education and skills can result in lower earning potential, affecting their economic stability
Limited Career Opportunities
Social and Emotional Impact of Teenage Pregnancy (SE)
Stigma and Social Isolation
Emotional Stress
Major contributor in heart attacks, cancers (lung, larynx, mouth, and pancreatic), strokes, and pulmonary diseases and shortens human lifespan
Tobacco Smoking
What did DOH establish for HIV/AIDS?
National AIDS and STD Prevention and Control Program.
Percentage of new HIV case in the country in 2016 that was among young people between 15-24 years old.
62%
Out of how many Filipinos get infected every day in the Philippines, more than half or 19 are 15-24 years old.
29