Core Functions of Public Health Quiz & Flashcards

Study Notes

Core Functions of Public Health

Core Functions: Assessment, Policy Development, and Assurance form the foundation of public health practices.

Assessment

Involves monitoring health behaviors and disease prevalence within communities.

Policy Development

Focuses on creating interventions and policies aimed at improving public health outcomes.

Assurance

Evaluates implemented policies and interventions, ensuring that necessary resources are accessible to the community.

10 Essential Functions of Public Health

Monitor Health: Continuous surveillance of health status to identify issues.
Diagnose and Investigate: Identify and analyze health problems and hazards.
Inform, Educate, and Empower: Raise awareness and understanding of health issues within the community.
Mobilize Community Partnerships: Collaborate with various stakeholders to address health challenges.
Develop Policies: Craft initiatives that bolster health efforts at both individual and community levels.
Enforce Laws: Implement regulations that safeguard public health and safety.
Link to/Provide Care: Facilitate access to essential health services for all, particularly those in need.
Assure Competent Workforce: Ensure that public health professionals are skilled and qualified.
Evaluate: Assess the effectiveness, accessibility, and quality of health services provided.
Research: Investigate to generate innovative solutions and new insights into health problems.

Functions Under Assessment

Monitor health status to detect and address community health issues.
Diagnose and investigate health problems and hazards affecting community well-being.

Functions Under Policy Development

Inform and educate the public on health matters, empowering them to take action.
Foster community partnerships to collaboratively address health problems.
Formulate policies and plans that enhance both individual and community health initiatives.

Functions Under Assurance

Enforce health and safety laws to protect the public.
Connect individuals with necessary health services and ensure healthcare availability when lacking.
Maintain a competent workforce in public and personal health sectors.
Evaluate the quality and accessibility of health services for both individuals and populations.

Function Applicable to All Core Functions

Conduct research to discover new insights and innovative solutions addressing health challenges.

Description

This quiz covers the essential functions of public health, focusing on assessment, policy development, and assurance. Each function is defined to strengthen your understanding of how public health operates. Test your knowledge with these flashcards and enhance your grasp on public health principles.