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Which of the following is NOT a focus area for locally endemic disease prevention and control?
Which of the following is NOT a focus area for locally endemic disease prevention and control?
- Treatment of Communicable and Non-communicable diseases
- Nutrition: Adequate, safe and available
- Expanded program for immunization
- Genomic research (correct)
What type of facilities provide highly technological and sophisticated services?
What type of facilities provide highly technological and sophisticated services?
- Emergency Hospitals
- Tertiary Level Medical Centers (correct)
- Community Clinics
- District Hospitals
What aspect of primary health care includes addressing maternal and child health along with responsible parenthood?
What aspect of primary health care includes addressing maternal and child health along with responsible parenthood?
- Nutritional Support
- Specialized Medical Treatment
- Environmental Health
- Management of Primary Health Care (correct)
Which of the following is a critical component of safe water and sanitation in primary health care?
Which of the following is a critical component of safe water and sanitation in primary health care?
How does the management of primary health care relate to essential drugs?
How does the management of primary health care relate to essential drugs?
What is the primary purpose of health financing?
What is the primary purpose of health financing?
Which of the following is NOT a method of revenue collection for health care services?
Which of the following is NOT a method of revenue collection for health care services?
What does the Generics Act aim to achieve?
What does the Generics Act aim to achieve?
What was the significant outcome of the Adoption of Primary Health Care in the Philippine Health System?
What was the significant outcome of the Adoption of Primary Health Care in the Philippine Health System?
What legislation was introduced to ensure access to affordable quality medicines?
What legislation was introduced to ensure access to affordable quality medicines?
What is the goal of AO 2010-0036?
What is the goal of AO 2010-0036?
How does the Sin Tax contribute to health financing?
How does the Sin Tax contribute to health financing?
In what way did the reorganization of Primary Health Care impact public health?
In what way did the reorganization of Primary Health Care impact public health?
What is the primary aim of the National Health Insurance Act?
What is the primary aim of the National Health Insurance Act?
What does the FOURmula One (F1) for Health framework emphasize?
What does the FOURmula One (F1) for Health framework emphasize?
Which of the following best describes Primary Health Care?
Which of the following best describes Primary Health Care?
What does accountability in health care management refer to?
What does accountability in health care management refer to?
How does the Universal Health Care Law benefit Filipino citizens?
How does the Universal Health Care Law benefit Filipino citizens?
What role do local governments play according to RA 7160?
What role do local governments play according to RA 7160?
Which characteristic best defines the Health Care System?
Which characteristic best defines the Health Care System?
In the context of health services, the term 'authority' refers to what?
In the context of health services, the term 'authority' refers to what?
What is the primary focus of the health care delivery system?
What is the primary focus of the health care delivery system?
Which of the following is NOT a key element of better primary health care?
Which of the following is NOT a key element of better primary health care?
What type of health facilities are included in the primary level of health care?
What type of health facilities are included in the primary level of health care?
Which aspect is emphasized through the leadership reforms in health care?
Which aspect is emphasized through the leadership reforms in health care?
What is the role of secondary-level health care?
What is the role of secondary-level health care?
Which listed option is a form of primary health care education?
Which listed option is a form of primary health care education?
What should the government prioritize for effective health care service delivery?
What should the government prioritize for effective health care service delivery?
Which of the following is true about health care service delivery reforms?
Which of the following is true about health care service delivery reforms?
What is the primary goal of a health system in improving health equity?
What is the primary goal of a health system in improving health equity?
Which model funds healthcare through tax payments?
Which model funds healthcare through tax payments?
What does risk pooling aim to achieve in health systems?
What does risk pooling aim to achieve in health systems?
Which of the following is NOT one of the building blocks of the WHO Health System Framework?
Which of the following is NOT one of the building blocks of the WHO Health System Framework?
How should a health system improve its responsiveness?
How should a health system improve its responsiveness?
Which aspect of health financing is essential for a health system?
Which aspect of health financing is essential for a health system?
What role does strategic purchasing play in health systems?
What role does strategic purchasing play in health systems?
What is one of the goals of health systems regarding service delivery?
What is one of the goals of health systems regarding service delivery?
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Study Notes
Risk Pooling and Health Systems
- Risk pooling involves collecting and managing financial resources to distribute the financial risks of healthcare among all members of a health system.
- Aims to minimize the individual financial burden of healthcare costs through collective coverage.
Goals of Health Systems
- Improve population health equity by addressing health disparities in communities.
- Enhance the responsiveness of health systems by empowering individuals and aligning with their expectations.
- Ensure fair health financing that protects against catastrophic health expenses.
Building Blocks of WHO Health System Framework
- Service Delivery: Ensures effective, safe, quality personal and non-personal health interventions.
- Health Workforce: Essential for quality service delivery and requires sufficient training and support.
- Leadership/Governance: Establishes strategic policies supporting an effective health system structure.
Health Financing
- Revenue collection methods for healthcare include taxation, out-of-pocket expenditures, and sin taxes (taxes on harmful substances).
- Risk pooling is fundamental for protecting citizens against the financial impacts of health emergencies.
Philippine Health System Characteristics
- Developed a largely centralized and government-funded health care system focused on equitable access.
- Implemented universal health coverage through initiatives like the Kalusugang Pangkalahatan act, aimed at providing quality health care for all Filipinos.
Key Health Laws and Acts in the Philippines
- RA 9502: Access to Cheaper and Quality Medicines Act ensures affordable drug access.
- RA 7160: Local Government Code transfers health service responsibilities to local units.
- National Health Insurance Act: Provides financial protection for all citizens with a focus on vulnerable populations.
Primary Health Care (PHC) Concept
- A whole-of-society approach promoting accessible health services to enhance health and well-being in communities.
- Based on community participation and affordability, ensuring health as a basic human right.
Health Care Delivery System
- Organizes and delivers health services to the population, ensuring that systems are effectively budgeted and managed.
Levels of Health Care Facilities
- Primary Level: First contact health care focused on basic needs, offered through community health stations and clinics.
- Secondary Level: Specialized treatment provided by healthcare professionals for referred patients in regional hospitals.
- Tertiary Level: Advanced medical care in large hospitals offering high-tech services for complex health conditions.
Essential Elements for Better Primary Health Care
- Include education for health, endemic disease control, immunization, maternal and child health, nutrition, and access to essential drugs and services.
Management and Engagement in Primary Health Care
- Key management aspects include leadership, public policy reforms, and increasing stakeholder participation for better health outcomes.
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