New public health and social model of health (AOS_2) Flashcards
new public health definition
an approach to health that expands the traditional focus on individual behaviour change to one that considers the ways in which physical, sociocultural and political environments impact on health
social model of health definition
an approach that recognises improvements in health and wellbeing can only be achieved by directing efforts towards addressing the social, economic and environmental (SEE) determinants of health that have impact on individuals and population groups. Principles are AREAS
ADDRESSES the broader determinants of health:
all social, environmental, and economic factors impact on health. Factors include gender, income and culture
acts to REDUCE social inequality:
recognises that equity is a key principle in health- by providing quality healthcare to all and reducing inequities, positive health outcomes can be achieved. Can include location, gender etc.
EMPOWERS individuals and the community:
involves providing knowledge, understanding, and information to empower individuals to participate in decision making about their health (education is a key component)
acts to enable ACCESS to healthcare:
involves providing health services and promotion that is accessible to everyone in every way (financially, by proximity, etc.)
involves inter-SECTORIAL collaboration
different organisations working together in coordinated action to improve health outcomes
social model advantages
- promotes good health and assists in preventing diseases. Doesn’t just focus on the disease once symptoms are present, it encourages people to make better choices and take care of their health to prevent the onset of disease
- education (as well as health literacy) can be passed on from generation to generation
social model disadvantages
- not every condition can be prevented (e.g. genetic conditions)
- health promotion messages may be ignored
- it does not promotes the development of technology and medical knowledge
