Upstream -> Midstream -> Downstream Flashcards
1
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Upstream
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Preventative measures and interventions. Aimed at addressing and figuring root causes for health issues
Ex: promoting healthy lifestyles can prevent obesity related diseases like diabetes
2
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Midstream
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Involves early detection, diagnosis, and management of conditions before they become severe
Ex: routine screenings for conditions like high blood pressure to catch them early
3
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Downstream
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Treating diseases and conditions already present. Want to shift healthcare focus from this to upstream
Ex: surgeries or medications used to address cancer or heart disease
