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What was the primary role of the dispensary established by Juan Clemente in Manila?
What was the primary role of the dispensary established by Juan Clemente in Manila?
- To provide education on medical practices
- To conduct research on infectious diseases
- To treat indigents (correct)
- To distribute vaccines to the general population
Which institution was recognized as the first medical school in the Philippines?
Which institution was recognized as the first medical school in the Philippines?
- University of the Philippines
- San Agustin University
- University of Santo Tomas (correct)
- Ateneo de Manila University
What impact did the creation of vaccinators have on public health?
What impact did the creation of vaccinators have on public health?
- Enhanced public health efforts
- Led to greater malaria outbreaks
- Increased mortality rates
- Decreased disease prevalence (correct)
Which of the following health issues saw an increase due to poor health conditions identified during the Spanish period?
Which of the following health issues saw an increase due to poor health conditions identified during the Spanish period?
What function did the first public health laboratory serve during the indicated health efforts?
What function did the first public health laboratory serve during the indicated health efforts?
Which test was utilized to determine the causes of diphtheria?
Which test was utilized to determine the causes of diphtheria?
What was one of the significant health challenges faced before the Americans came to the Philippines?
What was one of the significant health challenges faced before the Americans came to the Philippines?
What initiative was launched to combat Hookworm in the Philippines?
What initiative was launched to combat Hookworm in the Philippines?
What significant public health program was established in the Commonwealth Period?
What significant public health program was established in the Commonwealth Period?
Which institution was created during the Commonwealth Period to address public health research?
Which institution was created during the Commonwealth Period to address public health research?
What was one of the major health issues during the Japanese occupation period?
What was one of the major health issues during the Japanese occupation period?
What significant action was taken under the Aquino administration for health care?
What significant action was taken under the Aquino administration for health care?
Which of the following was not a focus of health during the Martial Law years?
Which of the following was not a focus of health during the Martial Law years?
Which act was implemented to prohibit discrimination against women during the Aquino administration?
Which act was implemented to prohibit discrimination against women during the Aquino administration?
What was a consequence of the increase in malnutrition during the Japanese occupation?
What was a consequence of the increase in malnutrition during the Japanese occupation?
What major public health responsibility was assigned to one municipal health officer in rural areas under the post-World War II initiatives?
What major public health responsibility was assigned to one municipal health officer in rural areas under the post-World War II initiatives?
Which organization’s Western Pacific Office chose Manila as its headquarters?
Which organization’s Western Pacific Office chose Manila as its headquarters?
What major health improvement was promoted alongside the development of maternal and child health during the Commonwealth Period?
What major health improvement was promoted alongside the development of maternal and child health during the Commonwealth Period?
What was a significant health initiative promoted during Juan Flavier's leadership?
What was a significant health initiative promoted during Juan Flavier's leadership?
Which vaccine is part of the immunization program launched during the period?
Which vaccine is part of the immunization program launched during the period?
What does the 'Kung Sila’y Mahal Mo Magplano' program focus on?
What does the 'Kung Sila’y Mahal Mo Magplano' program focus on?
The term 'Yosi Kadiri' refers to which public health initiative?
The term 'Yosi Kadiri' refers to which public health initiative?
What is a characteristic of public health as highlighted in the content?
What is a characteristic of public health as highlighted in the content?
Which of the following centers was established during Juan Flavier's tenure?
Which of the following centers was established during Juan Flavier's tenure?
What health issue did the 'Araw ng Sangkap Pinoy' program aim to address?
What health issue did the 'Araw ng Sangkap Pinoy' program aim to address?
What was the former name of the Department of Health during Flavier's leadership?
What was the former name of the Department of Health during Flavier's leadership?
What is the main purpose of Executive Order No. 39?
What is the main purpose of Executive Order No. 39?
Which act promotes voluntary blood donation?
Which act promotes voluntary blood donation?
What does public health primarily focus on?
What does public health primarily focus on?
What is the primary goal of public health activities?
What is the primary goal of public health activities?
What is the significance of family in the context of public health?
What is the significance of family in the context of public health?
What aspect does Republic Act of 8172 address?
What aspect does Republic Act of 8172 address?
How do public health activities adapt over time?
How do public health activities adapt over time?
Which of the following best describes a community?
Which of the following best describes a community?
What was the main purpose of the Public Health Act of 1848?
What was the main purpose of the Public Health Act of 1848?
What did John Snow challenge regarding the cholera outbreak?
What did John Snow challenge regarding the cholera outbreak?
Which of the following figures is recognized as a founder of epidemiology?
Which of the following figures is recognized as a founder of epidemiology?
What consequence did physicians face if they did not report unsafe treatments in the Middle Ages?
What consequence did physicians face if they did not report unsafe treatments in the Middle Ages?
How long did Galen's teachings remain unquestioned?
How long did Galen's teachings remain unquestioned?
What did Edwin Chadwick emphasize in his report on public health?
What did Edwin Chadwick emphasize in his report on public health?
What was the assumed cause of cholera before John Snow's research?
What was the assumed cause of cholera before John Snow's research?
What was the significant aspect of John Snow’s essay published in 1849?
What was the significant aspect of John Snow’s essay published in 1849?
Study Notes
Historical Foundations of Public Health
- Edwin Chadwick reported on sanitary conditions for laboring populations in 1842 but faced government neglect.
- The Public Health Act of 1848 was established, allowing local authorities to make improvements based on support from tax-paying citizens.
Key Figures in Epidemiology
- John Snow identified a cholera outbreak in 1854, disproving the miasma theory by demonstrating that cholera is waterborne.
- Snow's influential work, "On the Mode of Communication of Cholera," led to foundational changes in public health responses.
Public Health Development during Spanish Rule
- Initiatives such as the establishment of vaccinators for smallpox prevention and a Board of Health were introduced.
- The first medical school in the Philippines, UST, was founded along with various health facilities and a public health laboratory.
Commonwealth Period (1936-1941)
- Focus shifted to the epidemiology of diseases like diphtheria, yaws, and dengue.
- The creation of the UP School of Public Health and the Dept. of Public Health and Welfare in 1939 marked significant advancements in public health infrastructure.
Japanese Occupation / World War II Impact
- Public health activities were largely paralyzed, leading to increased incidences of TB, malaria, and malnutrition.
Post World War II Developments
- The Philippines gained independence with significant health policies introduced in the 1987 Constitution, enhancing comprehensive healthcare.
- Major initiatives included the Milk Code, child and mother immunization programs, and several Republic Acts to support women's rights and health policies.
Ramos Administration Innovations
- Focus on community-driven health initiatives branded as “Health in the Hands of People.”
- Major vaccination campaigns were launched, including National Immunization Day for diseases such as measles, and promotion of traditional medicine.
Characteristics of Public Health
- Emphasis on prevention over treatment, addressing health at the population level rather than individual cases.
Community Definition and Concepts
- Communities are defined as groups with common interests within a specific geographical area, and public health’s focus extends into community engagement and family health dynamics.
- Distinction made between patient (sick individual) and client (healthy individual).
Legislative Framework for Health Initiatives
- Enactments such as the National Blood Services Act and salt iodization laws were established to endorse health practices and address specific public health challenges, like HIV-AIDS.
Ongoing Changes and Public Health Goals
- Public health is always evolving in response to advancements in science and societal values, with a consistent aim to reduce disease and improve overall health outcomes in the community.
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This quiz covers the foundational concepts of public health administration, focusing on key historical reports and figures such as Edwin Chadwick and Galen. Students will explore the evolution of public health practices and policies from the past to the present.
