Models of Health - BM, OPH, NPH Flashcards
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biomedical model of health
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Focus on physical or biological aspects of disease. An individualised, medical model of care practised by doctors and health professionals associated with the diagnosis, treatment (and cure) of disease.
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old public health
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Government policies and practices focusing mainly on changes to the physical environment to prevent infectious diseases.
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new public health
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Focus on the broader factors that influence health and wellbeing; sociocultural and environmental (and political) factors that impact health to prevent lifestyle diseases.
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Advantages/Strengths of Biomedical Model
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- Creates advancements in medical technology THEREFORE more effective diagnosis and treatment increasing health status.
- Enables treatment of many conditions which could otherwise cause death THEREFORE increasing life expectancy.
- Individualised approach THEREFORE treatment is tailored to individual case, increase effectiveness in improving quality of life/lowering DALYs.
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Disadvantages/limitations of biomedical model
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- Costly (for individual and nation) THEREFORE not everyone can afford to access healthcare
- Relies on trained healthcare professionals THEREFORE accessibility can be limited if demand high e.g. waiting lists
- Not every condition can be treated/cured THEREFORE it’s impact on health status is limited.
- Doesn’t always promote good health and wellbeing as is “band-aid fix” THEREFORE limited impact on incidence.
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Old Public Health POLICIES
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- Quarantine laws e.g. COVID-19
- Food quality and legislation e.g. to reduce food poisoning
- Housing regulations e.g. sewerage systems and ventilation
- Workplace regulations e.g. workplace safety laws to prevent injuries
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Old Public Health PRACTICES
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- Provision of clean water
- Improved sanitation e.g. garbage/waste removal systems
- Mass vaccination programs e.g. TB, measles
