Public Health PMP505 Lecture 1

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Which determinant has the largest impact on health?

Medical care

Genes and biology

Social characteristics

Health behaviors (correct)

What is the primary aim of tertiary prevention?

Detecting disease at an early stage

Preventing the disease from occurring

Increasing community awareness

Reducing long-term complications (correct)

Which of the following is an example of primary prevention?

Neuro-rehabilitation after head injury

Statin prescription for high cholesterol

Regular cancer screenings

Healthy lifestyle interventions (correct)

What does primordial prevention primarily target?

The whole population Signup and view all the answers

What best describes secondary prevention?

Identifying disease early for prompt intervention Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary objectives of public health?

Prevent disease and promote health Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary component of health protection?

Control and monitoring of diseases Signup and view all the answers

Which of these factors can be categorized as a non-modifiable health determinant?

Age Signup and view all the answers

What role does vaccination play in public health?

It helps in preventing diseases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes surveillance in public health?

It involves monitoring and controlling diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key strategies to promote healthy behavior?

Vaccination and hand hygiene Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about health service delivery is true?

It ensures access to quality healthcare services Signup and view all the answers

How can health determinants be categorized?

Modifiable and non-modifiable Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the course PMP505?

Pharmacy-focused and equity-driven public health Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the intended learning outcomes of the course?

Discuss healthcare policies in pharmacy Signup and view all the answers

According to the course, what is public health defined as?

The science of preventing disease and promoting health Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a core function of public health?

Organizing community health efforts Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the general rules for class participation in PMP505?

Mobile phones must remain silent Signup and view all the answers

In what year did the WHO define health?

1978 Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized specifically in the Public Health in Pharmacy Practice section?

Applications of public health in practice Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the criteria for attending the lecture according to the rules?

Students will not be allowed entry after 10 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following behaviors is NOT considered a healthy habit that impacts public health?

Smoking tobacco Signup and view all the answers

How does equity differ from equality in public health?

Equity addresses the unique needs of individuals in different situations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a health needs assessment?

To identify and address the health needs of a specific population. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for changing behavior in public health?

Ignoring current health trends Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of John Snow’s work in public health?

He established the connection between water quality and disease. Signup and view all the answers

Which area of intervention in public health deals specifically with pollution and sanitation?

Environmental health Signup and view all the answers

What requires addressing both the need and supply of health services?

Effective health needs assessment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the role of surveillance in public health?

Surveillance tracks the effectiveness of health services and identifies issues. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of public health surveillance?

To identify and monitor health problems Signup and view all the answers

Which method is a key component of data interpretation in public health?

Comparative analysis of health trends Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does epidemiology primarily focus on?

Understanding disease risk factors and origins Signup and view all the answers

In public health, what is the outcome of effective data informatics?

Improved decision-making processes Signup and view all the answers

How is a pandemic most accurately defined?

A worldwide outbreak of a disease Signup and view all the answers

What discipline primarily established the foundation of epidemiology and public health?

Epidemiology Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a core function of public health?

Market Analysis Signup and view all the answers

In the context of public health, what is the purpose of surveillance?

To monitor health trends Signup and view all the answers

What role does academia play in public health?

Education and research Signup and view all the answers

Which stakeholder in public health is primarily responsible for policy making?

Government Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant public health problem that can be addressed at both governmental and local levels?

Antimicrobial resistance Signup and view all the answers

How does media contribute to public health initiatives?

Health promotion and communication Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the intervention strategy involving community stakeholders?

Behavior change Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Information

Course title: Public Health PMP505
Instructor: Amany El-Bassiouny, PharmD, PhD
Affiliation: Alexandria University Hospitals
Other lecturer: Naglaa Elmongui, PhD

General Rules

Mobile phones must be silenced
Students are not permitted to enter the lecture hall after 10 minutes
Interaction with the lecturer/instructor is required
Recording the lecture is prohibited

Course Objectives

The course is focused on pharmacy and equity
The course emphasizes public health fundamentals and practice
The course has two sections: Public Health Fundamentals and Public Health in Pharmacy Practice
The course covers several areas of current public health practice

Course Grades

Midterm
Coursework/Assignments (unspecified percentage)
Final exam (40%)

Lecture 1 Topics

Introduction to public health
Overview of topics (e.g., occupational health, environmental health, chronic disease prevention)
Public health introduction

Intended Learning Outcomes

Define the purpose of public health
Describe terms usually used in public health
Identify core public health functions/services
Explain how health determinants affect public health

Public Health Definition

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease (WHO, 1978)
Protecting health, promoting longevity, and preventing disease

Why Public Health is Needed

Health Improvement
Health Protection (prevention, control, and monitoring)
Health Care of the Public
Disease prevention
Levels of prevention (primary, secondary, and tertiary)
Health determinants
Ensuring Service Delivery

Health Determinants

Factors affecting a person's health (e.g., age, diet, activity, genetics, socioeconomic factors, medical care)
Categorize them into modifiable and non-modifiable

Levels of Prevention

Primary: Preventing the disease from occurring, for instance, by reducing exposure to risk factors (e.g., healthy lifestyle promotion, workplace safety)
Secondary: Detecting the disease early and intervening (e.g., screening)
Tertiary: Mitigating complications for established diseases, (e.g., managing chronic conditions)
Primordial: Preventing risk factors (e.g., promoting healthy behaviors, reducing risk exposure)

Core Public Health Functions

(Assessment, Policy Development, Assurance)

Public Health Approach

John Snow's cholera research
Steps: surveillance, risk factor identification, intervention evaluation, implementation

Core Sciences of Public Health

Epidemiology
Prevention Effectiveness
Data Informatics
Public Health Labs
Surveillance

Stakeholders

Community, Non-governmental organizations, Government, Media, Academia, Companies
Their role in public health

Equity of Care

Equality: treating all patients the same way
Equity: adapting care to individual needs and ensuring access

Needs Assessment

Identifying health issues in a population
Compare needs of different populations

Areas of Intervention

Environmental hazards (air pollution)
Occupational hazards, clean water supply
Disasters, bioterrorism
Epidemics, outbreaks, pandemics, endemics
Policy development

Definitions

Outbreak, epidemic, endemic, pandemic

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This quiz covers the key topics introduced in Lecture 1 of the Public Health PMP505 course. Explore foundational concepts of public health including occupational health, environmental health, and chronic disease prevention. Test your understanding of the fundamentals that will shape your approach to public health and pharmacy practice.