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What is the projected infant mortality rate per 1000 live births by 2025?
What percentage of deaths among children under five is associated with malnutrition?
What is the main cause of the majority of preventable deaths among children under five?
In which year did 590,000 children under 15 become infected with HIV?
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What is the estimated number of under-five deaths that could be prevented through existing vaccines?
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What is the primary role of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
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What type of diseases does the WHO strive to combat?
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When was the World Health Organization established?
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Where is the headquarters of the WHO located?
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Which entity determines the policies of the World Health Organization?
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What is the main objective of the World Health Organization?
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Which sectors does the WHO collaborate with?
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What area does the WHO focus on as part of its core functions?
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What has contributed to the global shortage of healthcare workers by 2030?
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Which regions are most affected by the crisis in healthcare worker shortages?
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What are frontline health workers primarily tasked with?
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What major social issue is being increasingly recognized in the global health discourse?
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Which factors contribute to the underperformance of existing healthcare workers?
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What types of crises have profound impacts on mental health in affected regions?
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In which regions are health workers and facilities facing significant attacks?
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What progress is being made regarding mental health in humanitarian efforts?
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What is a major concern related to the surge of leptospirosis cases after the floods in Metro Manila?
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What role did Janette Garin have prior to addressing the leptospirosis cases?
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What problem did Garin identify regarding the distribution of doxycycline?
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What type of contact was reported in case 11 before the onset of symptoms?
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What is the current global trend regarding maternal mortality rates?
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When was the new Mpox patient admitted to the hospital?
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Who are the most vulnerable groups affected by maternal mortality?
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What key factor contributes to the high rate of preventable maternal deaths?
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What is the associated risk for newborns when a mother dies during pregnancy?
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According to the current health situation in the Philippines, how many COVID-19 cases were reported daily from May 14 to 20?
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What form of mpox virus has been detected in the recent cases in Metro Manila?
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What was the average number of COVID-19 cases at the start of 2024 in the Philippines?
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What is a common issue faced by maternity care in low-resource settings?
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Study Notes
Global Health Situation Overview
- Infant Mortality Trends: Infant mortality has decreased from 148 per 1,000 live births in 1955 to a projected 29 by 2025.
- Under-5 Mortality Rates: Rates dropped from 210 in 1955 to an estimated 37 by 2025, yet 5 million children under five are expected to die in 2025, predominantly in developing countries.
- Malnutrition Impact: Approximately 50% of deaths in children under five are linked to malnutrition, highlighting its critical role in child health outcomes.
- Preventable Deaths: At least 2 million annual under-five deaths could be avoided through existing vaccines, with many more preventable through improved health measures.
Health of Older Children and Adolescents
- HIV as a Major Threat: Described as a major hazard, HIV infected 590,000 children under 15 in 1997.
- Risks from "Rites of Passage": Engagement in violence, substance abuse, accidents, and risky sexual behaviors presents severe health risks for adolescents.
World Health Organization (WHO)
- Establishment: Founded on April 7, 1948; World Health Day is celebrated annually on this date.
- Headquarters: Located in Geneva, Switzerland.
- Core Functions: Direct and coordinate international health efforts within the UN, focusing on health systems, disease prevention, and preparedness.
- Partnerships: Collaborates with various stakeholders including governments, international organizations, and civil society to improve health outcomes globally.
Global Healthcare Workforce Crisis
- Projected Shortages: An anticipated global shortage of 10 million healthcare workers by 2030, heavily impacting low-income countries.
- Challenges Faced: Many countries lack sufficient doctors and nurses, compromising healthcare quality; existing healthcare workers are often undertrained and underpaid.
- Attacks on Health Workers: Conflicts in regions like Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan have disrupted healthcare services, further endangering health workers.
Mental Health in Humanitarian Crises
- Significance of Mental Health: Increasing recognition of mental health's role in overall well-being amidst chronic conflicts and displacement.
- Integrated Approaches: Calls for incorporating mental health into humanitarian response and development efforts, especially in conflict-affected areas.
Maternal and Neonatal Health Issues
- Stagnation in Maternal Mortality Rates: There is no progress in reducing global maternal mortality rates, with a concerning increase in some regions, like the U.S.
- Preventability of Threats: Most maternal deaths are preventable; maternal health directly affects newborn survival rates.
- Quality of Care Concerns: Poor maternity care and lack of skilled health workers contribute to negative health outcomes, particularly in low-resource settings.
National Health Updates - Philippines
- COVID-19 Situation: Recent rise in cases deemed "mild and manageable" with an average of 202 daily cases from May 14-20, a decrease from previous months.
- Mpox Cases: Detection of additional mpox cases in Metro Manila; new patients admitted for treatment, raising concerns over the spread of the virus.
- Leptospirosis Outbreak: Surge in leptospirosis cases following floods attributed to inadequate distribution of preventive doxycycline; calls for aggressive action to improve availability.
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Explore the global health situation, focusing on infant and child mortality rates over the decades from 1955 to 2025. This quiz covers statistical data that reveals trends and projections in health outcomes for vulnerable populations. Test your knowledge on the key issues impacting global health.
