L4 MD approach to health promotion

Question 1

Explain the multidisciplinary approach

Answer 1

Two or more (people or) agencies working together to make healthy choices easier, giving a better health outcome than working on your own (simnett 1995)

Question 2

What is the role of the Government in the MD approach?

Answer 2

White paper ‘choosing health’ makes sure international co operation Is occurring for health promotion (protection of o-zone layer)
Instigate mass media campaigns ‘drink driving’
Regulations and legislations for health (tobacco/seat belts)

Question 3

What is the role of Primary care trusts (Clinical commissioning groups) in the MD approach?

Answer 3

Responsible for working on local health strategy at a local level
Work in partnership with LA’s in assessing needs of population
Addresses key areas locally (NHS waiting times)

Question 4

What is the role of Business advertising + Advertising in the MD approach?

Answer 4

5 a day campaign

Pressure put on clearing labelling to show health of food (traffic light)

Question 5

What is the role of the NHS in the MD approach?

Answer 5

Plan and develop services, provide contracts for doctors, dentists and pharmacists
Tackles inequalities in heath by funding areas that are most in need

Question 6

What is the role of Local authorities in the MD approach?

Answer 6

Influence health via environment, housing, education, social services and transport

Question 7

What is the role of NGO’s (Nongovernmental Organizations) in the MD approach?

Answer 7

British heart foundation/ cancer research, government funds these campaigns via these NGO’s