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What was one of the primary outcomes of the Shattuck Report conducted by Lemuel Shattuck?
What was one of the primary outcomes of the Shattuck Report conducted by Lemuel Shattuck?
- Recognition of the need for healthcare insurance
- Implementation of public sanitation changes (correct)
- Establishment of universal healthcare
- Formation of public health education programs
Which of the following is NOT listed as a 21st-century accomplishment of the CDC?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a 21st-century accomplishment of the CDC?
- Increased vaccination rates against influenza (correct)
- Tobacco control
- Motor vehicle safety
- Public health preparedness and response
What is the main responsibility of the Office for Disease Prevention and Health Promotion?
What is the main responsibility of the Office for Disease Prevention and Health Promotion?
- Set and support national objectives through specific initiatives (correct)
- Implement policies for international health
- Conduct health-related research studies
- Directly manage healthcare facilities
Who is responsible for directly providing food to select populations in the United States?
Who is responsible for directly providing food to select populations in the United States?
What contributes to the nursing shortage in community and public health settings?
What contributes to the nursing shortage in community and public health settings?
Flashcards
Shattuck Report
Shattuck Report
A report that highlighted the connection between poor sanitation and disease in Massachusetts, leading to public health reforms.
What is the CDC's role in public health?
What is the CDC's role in public health?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the leading national public health institute in the United States. It works to protect public health and safety through disease control, prevention, and research.
Medicaid
Medicaid
A state-managed program that provides health insurance coverage to low-income individuals and families.
Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals
Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals
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Study Notes
Shattuck Report & Public Sanitation
- Shattuck's study found a link between disease and poor sanitation in Massachusetts.
- This research spurred changes in public sanitation.
CDC 21st Century Accomplishments
- Preventing vaccine-preventable diseases.
- Controlling infectious diseases.
- Reducing tobacco use.
- Improving maternal and infant health.
- Enhancing motor vehicle safety.
- Preventing cardiovascular disease.
- Improving occupational safety.
- Preventing cancer.
- Preventing childhood lead poisoning.
- Strengthening public health preparedness and response.
State Immunization Laws
- Notes on state immunization laws are needed.
CDC's Public Health Responsibility
- The CDC plays a vital role in public health.
UNICEF's Public Health Role
- Information on UNICEF's public health responsibilities is needed.
Medicaid Eligibility Requirements
- Medicaid is a state-run program.
- Low-income individuals are eligible.
Office for Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
- Sets national health objectives through the Health People initiative.
- Supports initiatives for healthy aging, health literacy, and health care quality.
Nursing Shortage in Public Health
- Baby Boomer retirements are contributing to the shortage.
- Growing demand for population health nurses.
Food Provision to Select Populations
- The USDA directly provides food to identified populations.
Public Health Professional Core Competencies
- Information on core competencies for public health professionals is needed.
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Description
This quiz covers major public health initiatives, including the Shattuck Report's influence on sanitation, the CDC's accomplishments in disease prevention, and state immunization laws. Additionally, it highlights the roles of UNICEF and Medicaid eligibility requirements in public health. Test your knowledge on these critical public health topics!
