Political and Economic Influences on Health

Question 1

How does WHO rank health care systems?

Answer 1

• Health (50%) - disability, adjusted life expectancy
• Responsiveness (25%) - speed of service, protection of privacy and quality of amenities
• Fair financial contribution (25%)

Question 2

List four factors that strongly influence health.

Answer 2

• the wealth and quality of a nation
• political decision making/policies on a broad range of issues
• economic spend and control
• legislation