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Which of the following is NOT a factor that can influence health status in populations?

  • Cultural factors (correct)
  • Physical factors
  • Biological factors
  • Social factors

    • Which of the following is an example of a physical environmental factor that can affect human health?

  • Climate (correct)
  • Education
  • Culture
  • Morals

    • What are the main types of hazards that can result from living in a society?

  • Physical, psychological, and environmental hazards
  • Biological, psychological, and sociological hazards (correct)
  • Psychological, sociological, and environmental hazards
  • Physical, biological, and sociological hazards

    • Which of the following is an example of a vector-borne disease?

    <p>Malaria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some factors that can increase the risk of vector-borne disease outbreaks?

    <p>Increasing urban population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one step that can be taken to prevent environmental hazards?

    <p>Buy less plastic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Maria Neira, what is the climate crisis?

    <p>A health crisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the World Health Organization?

    <p>Public health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of environmental health?

    <p>The study of factors that affect human health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of physical environmental factors?

    <p>Air and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization estimates that more than 13 million deaths worldwide each year are due to avoidable environmental causes?

    <p>World Health Organization (WHO)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the single biggest health threat facing humanity according to the text?

    <p>Climate crisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of World Health Day 2022 according to the text?

    <p>B &amp; C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of people breathe unhealthy air due to burning of fossil fuels?

    <p>Over 90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is causing mosquitos to spread diseases farther and faster than before?

    <p>Heating world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the effects of the climate crisis mentioned in the text?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is driving a wave of obesity, increasing cancer, and heart disease while generating a third of global greenhouse gas emissions?

    <p>Systems that produce highly processed, unhealthy foods and beverages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the present design of the economy lead to according to the text?

    <p>Inequitable distribution of income, wealth, and power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the goals of a well-being economy according to the text?

    <p>Human well-being, equity, and ecological sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text state about the impact of political, social, and commercial decisions on the climate and health crisis?

    <p>They are driving the crisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the health impacts of the climate crisis mentioned in the text?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some consequences of burning fossil fuels mentioned in the text?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of a well-being economy according to the text?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a social/psychosocial/socioeconomic factor that can influence health status in populations?

    <p>Climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a vector?

    <p>An arthropod or any living carrier that transports an infectious agent to a susceptible individual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the steps that can be taken to prevent environmental hazards?

    <p>All of the following</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following environmental health impacts with their descriptions:

    <p>Climate crisis = The single biggest health threat facing humanity Burning of fossil fuels = Causes over 90% of people to breathe unhealthy air Systems that produce highly processed, unhealthy foods and beverages = Driving a wave of obesity, increasing cancer and heart disease while generating a third of global greenhouse gas emissions Pollution and plastics = Found at the bottom of our deepest oceans, the highest mountains, and have made their way into our food chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following factors with their impact on human health:

    <p>Mosquitos = Spread diseases farther and faster than ever before in a heating world Extreme weather events, land degradation and water scarcity = Displacing people and affecting their health Inequitable distribution of income, wealth and power = Result of the present design of the economy, leading to poverty and instability Social, political and commercial decisions = Driving the climate and health crisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following environmental factors with their descriptions:

    <p>Physical = Includes air, water, soil, housing, climate, and geography Biological = Involves viruses, bacteria, insects, rodents, animals, and plants Social/Psychosocial/Socioeconomic = Influenced by culture, values, customs, habits, education, lifestyle, and health services Sociological Hazards = Result from living in a society and include noise, lack of privacy, and discrimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following goals with their definitions in the context of a well-being economy:

    <p>Human well-being = The overall quality of life experienced by individuals and societies Equity = The fair and just distribution of resources, opportunities, and benefits within a society Ecological sustainability = The ability to maintain the health and diversity of the natural environment over the long term Long-term investments, well-being budgets, social protection and legal and fiscal strategies = Translating the goals of a well-being economy into action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following vector-borne diseases with their associated vectors:

    <p>Malaria = Anopheles mosquito Filaria = Culex mosquito Japanese Encephalitis = Culex mosquito Dengue / Dengue Hemorrhagic fevers = Aedes mosquito</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following steps to prevent environmental hazards with their descriptions:

    <p>Walk or pedal to work at least one day a week = Promotes physical activity and reduces air pollution Choose public transport = Reduces air pollution and traffic congestion Change to a renewable energy provider = Reduces reliance on fossil fuels and decreases air pollution Buy your fresh groceries from local producers and avoid highly processed foods and beverages = Supports local economy and reduces packaging waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of hazards with their descriptions:

    <p>Site and Location Hazards = Result from natural disasters such as cyclones, earthquakes, and floods Biological, Psychological and Sociological Hazards = May increase following a natural disaster Environmental Hazards = Result from factors in the environment that affect human health Vector Hazards = Result from arthropods or living carriers that transport an infectious agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Factors Influencing Health Status

    • Social/psychosocial/socioeconomic factors, physical environmental factors, and biological factors can influence health status in populations.

    Physical Environmental Factors

    • Examples of physical environmental factors include:
      • Air pollution
      • Water pollution
      • Climate change
      • Noise pollution
      • Ultraviolet radiation
      • Extreme weather events

    Vector-Borne Diseases

    • Vector-borne diseases are diseases transmitted through vectors such as mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas.
    • Examples of vector-borne diseases include:
      • Malaria
      • Dengue fever
      • Zika virus
      • Yellow fever

    Increase Risk of Vector-Borne Disease Outbreaks

    • Factors that can increase the risk of vector-borne disease outbreaks include:
      • Climate change
      • Urbanization
      • Deforestation
      • Human migration

    Preventing Environmental Hazards

    • One step that can be taken to prevent environmental hazards is to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
    • Other steps include:
      • Implementing policies to reduce pollution
      • Promoting sustainable practices
      • Educating the public about environmental health

    Climate Crisis

    • According to Maria Neira, the climate crisis is a health crisis.
    • The climate crisis is causing:
      • Increase in temperature and extreme weather events
      • Sea-level rise
      • Changes in precipitation patterns
      • Increase in vector-borne diseases

    World Health Organization

    • The main focus of the World Health Organization is to promote global health.
    • The organization estimates that more than 13 million deaths worldwide each year are due to avoidable environmental causes.

    Environmental Health

    • The definition of environmental health is the interaction between human health and the environment.

    Effects of Climate Crisis

    • The effects of the climate crisis mentioned in the text include:
      • Increase in air pollution
      • Increase in vector-borne diseases
      • Increase in heart disease
      • Increase in cancer
      • Obesity
      • Generation of a third of global greenhouse gas emissions

    Well-Being Economy

    • The present design of the economy leads to:
      • Unhealthy environments
      • Unhealthy lifestyles
      • Inequality
      • Unsustainable consumption
    • The goals of a well-being economy are to:
      • Promote sustainable consumption
      • Reduce inequality
      • Promote healthy lifestyles
      • Protect the environment
    • The main focus of a well-being economy is to prioritize human well-being and the health of the planet.

    Health Impacts of Climate Crisis

    • The health impacts of the climate crisis mentioned in the text include:
      • Air pollution
      • Vector-borne diseases
      • Heart disease
      • Cancer
      • Obesity
      • Respiratory problems
      • Mental health issues

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