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What is the main purpose of surveillance systems in public health?
What is the main purpose of surveillance systems in public health?
- To diagnose and investigate community health problems and hazards
- To monitor health to identify and solve community health problems (correct)
- To assure a competent healthcare workforce
- To enforce laws and regulations
What is the role of information, education, and empowerment in public health?
What is the role of information, education, and empowerment in public health?
- To develop policies and plans
- To mobilize communities to identify health problems
- To assure a competent healthcare workforce
- To build knowledge and shape attitudes (correct)
What are the key components of collaborative action for community health improvement?
What are the key components of collaborative action for community health improvement?
- Skilled conveners and organizers, social responsiveness, and system structures (correct)
- Population health registries, clinic data, and traffic injury data
- Health education partnerships within the community
- Guidelines for handling specimens, availability of diagnostic services, and response plans
