Health as a Human Right

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What is described as one of the fundamental rights of every human being?

Right to Privacy

Right to Freedom of Speech

Right to Health (correct)

Right to Education

Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for health and well-being.

True

Health is a fundamental human right indispensable for the exercise of other __________.

human rights

Which of the following are components of the right to health? (Select all that apply)

Availability Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'Acceptability' in the context of health rights?

It refers to respect for medical ethics and cultural appropriateness. Signup and view all the answers

According to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, who is responsible for protecting and promoting health?

The state Signup and view all the answers

Match the health models with their definitions:

Clinical Model = Health as the absence of disease Role Performance Model = Health defined by ability to perform societal roles Adaptive Model = Health as a dynamic state of adjustment Eudaimonistic Model = Health reflected by a lack of vitality Signup and view all the answers

What are the determinants of health?

Biology, environment, lifestyle, and healthcare services. Signup and view all the answers

A person is considered healthy even if they report for work while feverish according to the Role Performance Model.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental right related to health according to Dr. Ghebreyesus?

The enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health. Signup and view all the answers

Everyone has the right to medical care and necessary social services.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are components of the right to health? (Select all that apply)

Accessibility Signup and view all the answers

What does the property of 'Accessibility' entail?

Health facilities and services must be possible and obtainable to everyone. Signup and view all the answers

What defines health in the Clinical Model?

Absence of signs and symptoms of disease Signup and view all the answers

What does the Eudaimonistic Model highlight about health?

It highlights the interactions between physical, social, psychological aspects and the attainment of goals that create meaning and purpose in life. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a determinant of health?

Biology. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a vision of the Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines?

To have Filipinos among the healthiest people in Southeast Asia by 2022 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Health as a Human Right

Highest attainable standard of health is a fundamental right for every human being, as asserted by WHO Director General Dr. Ghebreyesus in 2017.
United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) states that everyone has the right to an adequate standard of living, which includes health and necessary social services.
Health is essential for the enjoyment of other human rights and should be pursued through various methods, including health policies and programs developed by the WHO.

Components of the Right to Health

Availability: Requires sufficient and operational public health services and products accessible to all.
Accessibility: Health facilities and services must be:
- Non-discriminatory
- Physically accessible
- Economically accessible (affordable)
- Information accessible
Acceptability: Health care services must respect medical ethics, be culturally appropriate, and gender-sensitive, ensuring the provision of person-centered care.
Quality: Health services and facilities must meet scientific and medical standards, ensuring safety, effectiveness, and integration.

Health in the Philippines

The Philippine Constitution recognizes health as a fundamental human right, obligating the state to promote and protect health for all Filipinos.
The Department of Health (DOH) leads efforts to assure quality health care in the country.
DOH's vision aims for Filipinos to be among the healthiest in Southeast Asia by 2022, and in Asia by 2040.

Models of Health

Clinical Model: Health defined as the absence of disease; traditional medical focus where individuals seek care primarily when symptomatic.
Role Performance Model: Health relates to an individual’s ability to fulfill societal roles; performance expectations can overshadow actual health conditions.
Adaptive Model: Health seen as a dynamic state, where individuals are well if they adapt positively to changes; illness arises from maladaptive responses.
Eudaimonistic Model: Emphasizes holistic wellness through physical, social, and psychological interaction, where optimal health leads to meaning and purpose in life.

Determinants of Health and Disease

Biology: Refers to genetic makeup, family history, and health issues developed throughout life, influencing longevity, wellness state, and illness risk.
Factors include aging, diet, and environmental influences on personal health.

Health as a Human Right

Highest attainable standard of health is a fundamental right for every human being, as asserted by WHO Director General Dr. Ghebreyesus in 2017.
United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) states that everyone has the right to an adequate standard of living, which includes health and necessary social services.
Health is essential for the enjoyment of other human rights and should be pursued through various methods, including health policies and programs developed by the WHO.

Components of the Right to Health

Availability: Requires sufficient and operational public health services and products accessible to all.
Accessibility: Health facilities and services must be:
- Non-discriminatory
- Physically accessible
- Economically accessible (affordable)
- Information accessible
Acceptability: Health care services must respect medical ethics, be culturally appropriate, and gender-sensitive, ensuring the provision of person-centered care.
Quality: Health services and facilities must meet scientific and medical standards, ensuring safety, effectiveness, and integration.

Health in the Philippines

The Philippine Constitution recognizes health as a fundamental human right, obligating the state to promote and protect health for all Filipinos.
The Department of Health (DOH) leads efforts to assure quality health care in the country.
DOH's vision aims for Filipinos to be among the healthiest in Southeast Asia by 2022, and in Asia by 2040.

Models of Health

Clinical Model: Health defined as the absence of disease; traditional medical focus where individuals seek care primarily when symptomatic.
Role Performance Model: Health relates to an individual’s ability to fulfill societal roles; performance expectations can overshadow actual health conditions.
Adaptive Model: Health seen as a dynamic state, where individuals are well if they adapt positively to changes; illness arises from maladaptive responses.
Eudaimonistic Model: Emphasizes holistic wellness through physical, social, and psychological interaction, where optimal health leads to meaning and purpose in life.

Determinants of Health and Disease

Biology: Refers to genetic makeup, family history, and health issues developed throughout life, influencing longevity, wellness state, and illness risk.
Factors include aging, diet, and environmental influences on personal health.

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Explore the fundamental concept that health is an essential human right. This quiz delves into the principles outlined by global health leaders and the implications for individuals and societies. Understand the connections between health rights and socio-economic conditions.