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Consumer Health HEALTH 4 VIRGIL DONOVAN F. FAMINI  Objectives explain the discuss the promote concept of importance of programs on consumer health, its significance in consumer law to consumer the attainment of protect public...

Consumer Health HEALTH 4 VIRGIL DONOVAN F. FAMINI  Objectives explain the discuss the promote concept of importance of programs on consumer health, its significance in consumer law to consumer the attainment of protect public welfare quality life; health protection  What is Consumer Health? is the intelligent purchase and use of products and services that directly affects one’s health. Components of Consumer Health Health Health Products Health Services Information  Health Information is important to decide what health products and health services to acquire. Health service personnel are also sources of health information.  Consumer Act of the Philippines (R.A. 7394) protection against hazards to health and safety; protection against deceptive, unfair and unconscionable sales acts and practices; provision of information and education to facilitate sound choice and the proper exercise of rights by the consumer; provision of adequate rights and means of redress; and involvement of consumer representatives in the formulation of social and economic policies  Consumer Rights 1. RIGHT TO CHOOSE 2. RIGHT TO BE HEARD 3. RIGHT TO SAFETY 4. RIGHT TO BE INFORMED 5. RIGHT TO SATISFACTION OF BASIC NEEDS 6. RIGHT TO REDRESS OR REMEDY 7. RIGHT TO CONSUMER EDUCATION 8. RIGHT TO ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Agencies that Protect Consumer Welfare BFAD DOH make researches and implement laws tests on the quality of protecting consumers products DTI give guidelines for the quality of products End  Choosing Health Products In this lesson, you will Learn About… ◼ The various factors that influence your decisions about health products. ◼ How to decide which health products are best for you. ◼ How to choose health products wisely.  Bell Work ◼ Why do companies advertise their products, especially to children and teenagers?  Relevance ◼ Has television, radio, internet, etc. ever influence you to buy something or want something? What was it and how were you influenced?  Choosing Health Products The Vocabulary terms for this lesson are: ◼ Consumer ◼ Advertisement ◼ Warranty ◼ Discount store ◼ Coupons ◼ Generic ◼ Fraud  Recognizing Influences As a consumer you use: ◼ Health products, such as toothpaste, sunscreen, and deodorant. ◼ Health services, for example, the work of doctors, dentists, and other health professionals.  Making an Informed Choice Many factors affect consumers’ decisions. I just saw a TV commercial about this Maybe I should shampoo. The girl choose this who used it got a lot brand to save of compliments. My friend money. Tanya really likes this shampoo. I want a shampoo This ad says the with natural shampoo has ingredients that special secret doesn’t hurt the ingredients. I environment. wonder what that means? This shampoo comes in coconut fragrance — my favorite!  Making Good Consumer Choices Advertising has a major influence on consumer choices. Advertisements are meant to sell products and services. Before you buy a health product: ◼ Be critical ◼ Seek advice ◼ Be cautious  What Labels Can Tell You Smart shopping can help you save money. Purpose of product Name of Product Amount in container Control number to show which batch the product came from. If a problem Product use comes up, the (approved by manufacturer can the US Food and check every Drug container with Administration) this number Ingredients, so consumers Instructions for safe use can avoid buying products they are allergic to Name and address of Conditions to avoid and steps manufacturer for questions or to take if problems occur complaints  Comparison Shopping Compare products and prices before buying. When evaluating health products, consider the following factors: ◼ Price ◼ Unit price ◼ Benefits ◼ Reputation ◼ Warranty  Comparison Shopping (cont’d.) Smart shopping can help you save money. ◼ Shop at discount stores. ◼ Use coupons. ◼ Buy store or generic brands.  Spotting False Claims Beware of health fraud. Use critical thinking skills to research and evaluate health information about products and services.