Intro

Question 1

Define the meaning of Public Health

Answer 1

PH: is a discipline that addresses health at a population level.

Question 2

another PH definition

Answer 2

it is the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through the organised efforts of society

Question 3

define health

Answer 3

health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being rather than the mere absence of disease or infirmity (WHO)

Question 4

what are the three core areas of PH

Answer 4

1) Health protection: it is mainly concerned with protecting the health of the population by preventing and responding to contagious or infectious diseases and environmental hazards, and promoting resilience to future risks e.g control of infectious diseases, managing health emergencies and environmental hazards and ensuring healthy workplaces

2) promotion: is about improving the health of the population which focuses on not only individual health but the social determinants of health

3) prevention: is about preventing health issues before they occur e.g vaccinations