Unit 3 AOS 2 Flashcards
Old Public Health
Government actions that focused on changing the physical environment to prevent the spread of disease
Policies and practices related to Old Public Health
- The establishment of government-funded water and sewage systems and better sanitation
- Improved working conditions
Biomedical approach to Health
It is a medical model practised by health professionals that focuses on diagnosing, treating and curing biological diseases.
Features of the Biomedical Approach
- Concerned with disease, illness and disability
- Relies on technology to diagnose, treat and cure
Advantages of the Biomedical approach
- Extends Life Expectancy
- Improvements in technology and research
Disadvantages of the Biomedical Approach
- Affordability
- Not every condition can be treated
Social Model of Health (‘New’ Public Health)
An approach to health that considers the ways in which physical, socio-cultural and political environments impact on health.
Principles of the Social Model of Health
- Empower individuals and communities
- interSectoral collaboration
Advantages of the Social Model of Health
- Promotes good health and wellbeing and assists in preventing diseases
- It focuses on vulnerable population groups
Disadvantages of the Social Model of Health
- It does not address the health and well-being concerns of individuals
- It does not promote the development of technology and medical knowledge
Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion
An approach to health developed by the World Health Organization that aims to reduce inequalities in health through the social model of health, providing five action areas that can be used as a basis for improving health status.
5 Action Areas of the Ottawa Charter
- Develop Personal Skills
- Reorient Health Services
- Build Health Policy
- Strengthen Community Action
- Create Supportive Environments
Develop Personal Skills
Refers to gaining health-related knowledge and skills that allow people to make informed decisions that may indirectly affect health and wellbeing
Create Supportive Environments
This action area involves promoting a healthy physical and sociocultural environment, promoting Health and Wellbeing by being safe, stimulating, satisfying and enjoyable.
Medicare
Medicare is a health insurance scheme that gives all Australians access to subsidised healthcare
What does Medicare Cover?
Medicare covers most out of out and in-hospital expenses.
What are some services Medicare covers?
- Doctor and specialist consultations
- 75% of the schedule fee for treatment in a private hospital.
Medicare Safety Net
Provides extra financial assistance for those that incur significant out-of-pocket costs for Medicare services.
Allied Health Services
- Physiotherapists
- Chiropractors
Schedule Fee
The amount that Medicare contributes towards certain consultations and treatments.
Patient Co-Payment
The payment made by the consumer for health products or services in addition to the amount paid by the government
Bulk-Billed
When the doctor charges only the schedule fee. The payment is claimed directly from Medicare so there are no out-of-pocket expenses for the patient.
Advantages of Medicare
- Available to all Australian Citizens
- Choice of doctor for out-of-hospital services
Disadvantages of Medicare
- No Choice of doctor for in-hospital treatments
- Waiting lists for many treatments
How is Medicare Funded?
- Medicare Levy
- Medicare levy surcharge
- General Taxation
Medicare Levy
The Medicare levy is an additional 2% tax placed on the taxable income of most taxpayers.
Medicare Levy Surcharge
Medicare Levy Surcharge involves an extra tax on people without Private Health Insurance, acting as an incentive for those on high incomces to take out a PHI, consequently taking financial pressure off medicare.
General Taxation
Income collected through general taxation is also used to help fund the cost of Medicare.
Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)
The PBS is a scheme where Australians can obtain subsidised essential medications