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What is one of the main issues contributing to the high maternal mortality rate in the Philippines?
What is one of the main issues contributing to the high maternal mortality rate in the Philippines?
- Insufficient number of healthcare professionals
- High rates of teenage pregnancy
- Poor healthcare financing (correct)
- Lack of access to proper healthcare facilities
How much more likely is a child from the poorest family to not reach their 5th birthday compared to one from the richest family?
How much more likely is a child from the poorest family to not reach their 5th birthday compared to one from the richest family?
- 1.5 times
- 3 times (correct)
- 4 times
- 2 times
What proportion of children in the Philippines are reported to be stunted?
What proportion of children in the Philippines are reported to be stunted?
- 3 out of 10 (correct)
- 1 out of 10
- 2 out of 10
- 4 out of 10
What is the primary purpose of health action?
What is the primary purpose of health action?
What is considered catastrophic healthcare spending for single-income families in the Philippines?
What is considered catastrophic healthcare spending for single-income families in the Philippines?
What is one suggestion for improving healthcare professional training?
What is one suggestion for improving healthcare professional training?
What are the three main goals identified for health systems?
What are the three main goals identified for health systems?
What is one of the major barriers causing Filipinos to delay or forgo medical care?
What is one of the major barriers causing Filipinos to delay or forgo medical care?
Which model is associated with the concept of health insurance introduced by Otto von Bismarck?
Which model is associated with the concept of health insurance introduced by Otto von Bismarck?
What mechanism is suggested for health graduates from GIDA areas?
What mechanism is suggested for health graduates from GIDA areas?
What is emphasized as a visible product of the health care system?
What is emphasized as a visible product of the health care system?
What is one of the recommended actions to improve health data management?
What is one of the recommended actions to improve health data management?
What does improving the responsiveness of the health system refer to?
What does improving the responsiveness of the health system refer to?
Which of the following is NOT considered a health service input?
Which of the following is NOT considered a health service input?
What role does the health care system play beyond delivering health services?
What role does the health care system play beyond delivering health services?
How does the Bismarck model differ from other health care systems?
How does the Bismarck model differ from other health care systems?
What is a prerequisite for registration, licensing, and contracting in the healthcare system?
What is a prerequisite for registration, licensing, and contracting in the healthcare system?
What aspect of health care is highlighted as needing improvement for clients and patients?
What aspect of health care is highlighted as needing improvement for clients and patients?
Which initiative aims to improve the performance and accountability of health care?
Which initiative aims to improve the performance and accountability of health care?
What has contributed to the decrease in the number of undernourished people worldwide?
What has contributed to the decrease in the number of undernourished people worldwide?
What must be set up to track performance or progress of health reforms?
What must be set up to track performance or progress of health reforms?
Which of the following is emphasized in valuing health care clients and patients?
Which of the following is emphasized in valuing health care clients and patients?
What is an important step to facilitate ease of access for researchers?
What is an important step to facilitate ease of access for researchers?
Which of the following conditions is directly related to crowding and under-provision of care?
Which of the following conditions is directly related to crowding and under-provision of care?
What is the primary purpose of a health system as defined by Bertalanffy?
What is the primary purpose of a health system as defined by Bertalanffy?
Which component is NOT part of the health system as described in the content?
Which component is NOT part of the health system as described in the content?
What is a characteristic of a fairly financed health system according to the WHO definition?
What is a characteristic of a fairly financed health system according to the WHO definition?
Which vital function of a health system focuses on delivering health services?
Which vital function of a health system focuses on delivering health services?
According to the content, what outcome does a health financing system that impoverishes families lead to?
According to the content, what outcome does a health financing system that impoverishes families lead to?
What should be the financial impact of paying for healthcare in a fair health system?
What should be the financial impact of paying for healthcare in a fair health system?
What aspect does governance in a health system primarily focus on?
What aspect does governance in a health system primarily focus on?
What is essential for the adequate operation of a health system according to the content?
What is essential for the adequate operation of a health system according to the content?
What is the primary focus for improving health programs in the Philippines?
What is the primary focus for improving health programs in the Philippines?
Which aspect of health services is highlighted for improvement at all DOH health facilities?
Which aspect of health services is highlighted for improvement at all DOH health facilities?
What is necessary to achieve Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 related to health?
What is necessary to achieve Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 related to health?
Which outcome has NOT been mentioned as an achievement in improving health?
Which outcome has NOT been mentioned as an achievement in improving health?
Which mechanism is suggested for addressing social determinants of health?
Which mechanism is suggested for addressing social determinants of health?
What is a significant barrier to development highlighted in the content?
What is a significant barrier to development highlighted in the content?
Which of the following is NOT a proposed action for improving health entitlements?
Which of the following is NOT a proposed action for improving health entitlements?
Which issue related to health is indicated as an emerging challenge?
Which issue related to health is indicated as an emerging challenge?
Study Notes
Definition of a Health System
- A “system” consists of interconnected parts working together towards a specific purpose.
- Health systems combine resources, organization, financing, and management to deliver health services.
Components of a Health System
- Involves various entities such as:
- Community organizations
- Health care providers
- Health service organizations
- Pharmaceuticals companies
- Health financing bodies
Characteristics of an Ideal Health System
- Provides social and financial risk protection
- Ensures that healthcare costs do not lead to impoverishment
- Strives for fairness in financial contributions, with individuals paying a similar percentage of income for services.
Functions of a Health System
- Health Service Provision: Delivery of clinical and preventive services.
- Health Service Inputs: Assembling essential resources like human resources and equipment.
- Stewardship: Governance and regulatory functions overseeing health service delivery.
- Health Financing: Mobilizing funds and ensuring equitable access to care.
Goals of Health Systems
- Aim for three main outcomes:
- Improving population health
- Enhancing system responsiveness to population needs
- Ensuring fairness in financial contributions to health care
Challenges in Health Outcomes
- Significant maternal and child mortality rates, with impoverishment due to healthcare costs.
- Inequalities evident in health outcomes across socioeconomic groups.
Financial Burdens in Healthcare
- 1.5 million families face poverty due to healthcare expenditures.
- High costs lead to delayed or avoided care, highlighting accessibility issues.
Quality of Care Concerns
- Poor care quality characterized by long wait times, inadequate facilities, and insufficient privacy.
- Need for improved accountability, transparency, and standards in healthcare delivery.
Strategies for Improvement
- Enhance and enforce health policies for better funding and service quality.
- Combine public health initiatives with private sector investments.
- Invest in data systems and eHealth for improved decision-making and performance tracking.
Global Health Objectives
- Address extreme hunger and malnutrition as barriers to health development.
- Aim for sustainable improvements in health outcomes, acknowledging socioeconomic inequalities.
- Universal health coverage is essential for achieving sustainable development goals, particularly in health and poverty reduction.
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This quiz explores the concept of health systems and their components, as proposed by Bertalanffy. It emphasizes the importance of fairness in financial contributions and the ideal characteristics of a health system to protect social and financial risks.
