miscellaneous Flashcards
1
Q
define: global health
A
the health of populations in a worldwide context that go beyond the perspectives/concerns of individual countries. It’s about an international collaborative approach to achieving equity in health for all people worldwide.
2
Q
describe life expectancy
A
generally increases over time, but can fluctuate due to war/natural disasters
3
Q
what does U5MR reflect?
A
- Food availability (For both mother and child)
- Level of immunisation available
- Access to healthcare
- Income
- Availability of clean water/sanitation
- Safety of child’s environment
