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What is the primary goal of public health?
What is the primary goal of public health?
- Promoting health, preventing disease, and increasing the span of healthy life (correct)
- Conducting scientific research
- Providing health services
- Curing diseases
Which of the following is NOT a main branch of public health?
Which of the following is NOT a main branch of public health?
- Biostatistics
- Epidemiology
- Microbiology (correct)
- Environmental health
What is a key aspect of public health according to the definition?
What is a key aspect of public health according to the definition?
- Government policies
- Coordinated efforts and well-informed decisions made by society (correct)
- Individual decisions
- Personal health choices
Which of the following is a main branch of public health that focuses on the impact of food on health?
Which of the following is a main branch of public health that focuses on the impact of food on health?
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What is the art and science of public health focused on?
What is the art and science of public health focused on?
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Definition of Public Health
- Public health is the science and art of avoiding disease, extending life, and improving health through coordinated efforts and informed decisions.
Goals of Public Health
- Promote health
- Prevent disease
- Increase the span of healthy life through organized efforts
Main Branches of Public Health
Behavioral and Communication Skills/Health Education
- Focuses on educating people on healthy habits and behaviors
Environmental Health
- Concerned with the impact of environment on human health
Epidemiology
- Study of the distribution and determinants of health-related events
Scientific Researches & Biostatistics
- Conducts research and analyzes data to inform public health decisions
Basic and Applied Nutrition
- Focuses on the role of nutrition in maintaining and improving health
Health Services Administration
- Manages and oversees the delivery of healthcare services
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