49 Questions
When was the Canadian Department of Health established?
1919
What major focus area was added to health education in the era of 'disease of civilization'?
Behavioral sources of mortality
Which event led to the rise of health promotion in the 1970s?
The Lalonde Report
What concept did the Ottawa Charter for health promotion introduce?
Multilevel health education models
What are the fundamental conditions necessary for good health according to the Ottawa Charter?
Stable ecosystem and social justice
What is a key action area for health promotion as mentioned in the text?
Developing personal skills
When was the 'Ottawa Charter on Health Promotion' released?
1986
What is the main focus of creating supportive environments in health promotion?
Creating safe and satisfying conditions
Which key concept in health promotion emphasizes the importance of empowering communities?
Empowerment
In what year was the publication 'Health Promotion in Canada' released?
1994
What is one critique of the World Health Organization's definition of health?
It uses 'state' instead of 'process'
In health promotion, what does a 'salutogenesis' approach focus on?
Factors supporting health and well-being
What distinguishes health promotion from the promotion of health?
The intentional campaign/initiative/policy aspect
Why is 'health promotion' considered the 'third public health revolution' according to Chapter 2?
It involves intentional campaigns and initiatives
How do the definitions of 'health' provided in Chapter 2 differ from each other?
They reflect specific contexts and disciplinary fields
What was the key focus of industrialized countries in the late 1800s and early 1900s to reduce infectious diseases?
Improving sanitation
What is the field that involves the statistical study of patterns of disease in the population?
Epidemiology
In what year did the cholera outbreak occur in London that Dr. Jon Snow investigated using a dot map?
1854
What is the key aspect that social medicine and public health focused on in the mid-19th century?
Establishing connections between disease and poor living conditions
Which of the following factors were NOT identified as influential on health according to the text?
Genetic predisposition to diseases
What was the focus of the first public health revolution?
Infectious diseases
How does health promotion benefit from engaging with health education initiatives?
By working to educate and motivate the public
What is health literacy primarily about?
Knowing where to access health information
What is the relationship between empowerment and health promotion?
Empowerment enables individuals to act in ways that benefit themselves
Why is education alone not sufficient for desired behavior change according to the text?
Because education needs to be accompanied by promotion for behavior change
What major shift occurred during the era of health promotion (1974-1986) according to the text?
Focus shifted from educating about behaviors to changing behaviors
What was the revolutionary idea proposed in the Lalonde Report (1974) that received worldwide attention?
Investing in services beyond health care to improve population health
What was the focus of the Golden Era of Health Promotion (1986-1994) according to the text?
Creation of the Ottawa Charter for health promotion
What distinguished health promotion from health education according to the text?
Health promotion involves empowering people to improve their health while health education imparts knowledge.
What was the main concept introduced by the Ottawa Charter for health promotion that was considered radical?
'Health field' concept
What was the focus of industrialized countries in the late 1800s and early 1900s to reduce infectious diseases?
Promoting sanitation measures
Why was there a growing concern in the health education field regarding victim blaming according to the text?
'Victim blaming' can occur when focusing solely on individual change
Why did Dr. Jon Snow's dot map showing the cholera outbreak in London highlight the importance of ventilation in mines?
To showcase the impact of poor ventilation on disease spread
Which term is used to describe the statistical study of patterns of disease in the population?
Epidemiology
What was the main focus of social medicine and public health in the mid-19th century?
Establishing clear links between disease and poor living conditions
Which factors were identified as influential on health according to the text?
Both environmental and social factors
What distinguishes the 'social medicine' approach from traditional medical practices?
Links disease to poor social conditions and environments
What distinguishes health education from health promotion, as discussed in the chapter?
Health education involves individual-focused interventions, while health promotion addresses broader societal aspects.
What is a common critique of the World Health Organization's definition of health according to the text?
The definition implies that health is a fixed state rather than an ongoing process.
What is one of the key actions areas for health promotion as outlined in the text?
Encourage legislation and organizational change
In what way does 'salutogenesis' approach health differently from traditional models?
It emphasizes factors that support well-being instead of those that cause diseases.
What was the significance of the 1978 Alma-Ata conference on Primary Health Care?
It emphasized the need for comprehensive government and social sector actions
Why is 'health promotion' considered a distinct field of study and practice within public health?
'Health promotion' requires intentional initiatives to promote healthy behaviors.
What was the key outcome of the WHO international conference in Ottawa in 1986?
Publication of the 'Ottawa Charter on Health Promotion'
What differentiates 'the promotion of health' from 'health promotion'?
'The promotion of health' can occur unintentionally, while 'health promotion' requires intentional actions.
What critical outcome occurred in 1985 in relation to health promotion initiatives?
Launch of 'Healthy Cities' program in Canada
In what way does the transition from individualistic health education to ecological-oriented health promotion impact public health strategies?
It broadens the perspective by intervening at multiple levels for improved health outcomes.
How does health promotion differ from traditional health services according to the text?
'Traditional services emphasize clinical care, whereas health promotion aims at public policies and supportive environments'
What distinguishes 'health promotion' from merely providing health education?
'Emphasis on empowering communities'
Test your knowledge on the principles of health promotion, equal opportunities, and access to resources for achieving optimal health outcomes. Explore the importance of collaboration between different sectors for addressing prerequisites for health. Understand how health promotion actions advocate for creating conducive environments.
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