CPH
a state of complete physical, mental, and social well being and not merely the absence of disease of infirmity (WHO)
Health
a collective body of individuals identified by common characteristics such as geography, interests, experiences, concens or values
Community
the health status of a defined group of people the actions and conditions to promote, protects, and preserve their health
Community Health
the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting human health through organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities and individuals.
Public Health
leadinf cause of death in the philippines
ischaemic heart disease
a specialized agency of the United Nations that is conncerned with internation public health
World Health Organization
the executive department of the philippine government responsible for ensuring access t basic public health services
Department Of Health
study of statistics such as births, deaths, income or the incidence of disease
Demography
the branch of medicine which deals with the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases and other factors relating to health
Epidemiology
the number of deaths in a given time or place
Mortality
the rate of diseases in a certain population
Morbidity
an unexpectedly large number of cases of an illness, specific health-related behavior, or other health-related event in a particular population
Epidemic
disease that occurs regularly in a population at a certain time
Endemic
an outbreak of disease over a wide geographical area, such as a continent or multiple continents
Pandemic
refers to the occurrence of new cases of disease or injury in a population over a specific period of time
Incidence
is the proportion of persons in a population who have a particular disease or attribute at a specified point in time or over a specified period of time
Prevalence
from the German word 'Hal' which means 'Whole' or 'Sound'
Health
genetic makeup, DNA
Gestational Endowments
education, employemnt, income, poverty, housing, crime, social cohesion
Social Circumtances
where people live and work, hazards, toxic/microbial agents
Environmental Conditions
diet, physical activity, substance use, and abuse
Behavioral Choices
includes activities that the society takes collectively to ensure the conditions in which can be health
Public Health
public health activities undertaken within the formal structure of government and the associated efforts of private and voluntary organization and individuals
Public Health System
refers to health problems, issues, and concerns that transcend national boindaries
Global Health
the earliest written record of public health was the
code of hammurabi
was writte in the bible and includes guidelines for personal cleanliness and sanitation
The Book of Leviticus
were involved in practice of community sanitation
Greeks
build aqueducts to transport water from miles away
Romans
created hospitals as benevolent charitible organizations. Science of Prevention Medicine
Christians
published the book "Natural and Political Observation upon the Bills of Mortality"
1662 - John Graunt
First U.S census
1790
yellow fever epidemic in philadelphia
1793
Dr. Edward Jenner successfully demonstrated smallpox vaccination
1796
Marine hospital service (forerunner to Us. Public Health Service) was formed
1798
London cholera
1849 - 1854
Modern era of Public Health Begins
1859
proposed "Germ Theory"
Louis Pasteur
relationship between a particular microbe and a particular disease
1876
the first epidemic recorded in the philippines is called
bolotong or smallpox epidemic in 1574
represents early medical healthcare
San Lazaro Church and Hospital
1st hospital in the country initially located in CEBU built in 1565
Hospital Real
!st medical institution established in the philippines
Hospital San Juan de Dios
1st Filipino Director of PGH
Dr. Vicente De Jesus
1910: PGH
Philippine General Hospital
Fernando Amorsolo created an artwork to commorate the passage of the Jone Law on August 29, 1916
La Gloriosa Ley Jones
formalize US commitment towards granting Philippines independence led to creation of the Philippines Health Services
Jones Law
increase incidence of TB, venereal diseases , malaria, leprosy, malnutrition
Japanese Occupation (1941 - 1945)
introduction of penicillin to treat
gonorrhea
Birth of Department of Health
1975
BCH (Bacille Calmette Guerin)
1952
RHU (Rural Health Units)
1951
Philippine Heart Center
1975
Philippine Children's Medical Center
1979
Lung Center of the Philippine
1981
National Kidney Institute
1983
a government program which provided extended health serviced to rural areas
Launch of PROJECT MARIA
was designated to extend healthcare to Filipinos within the nation's economic means and capabilities, and to provide the people practical means to help themselves pay for sufficient medical care
Medicare
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS)
1997
Social Security System (SSS)
1998
(OWWA)
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (2005)
IS iis the study of the relationship between humans and their physical, biological and social environment
Human Ecology
Plants, animals, microorganism
Biotic Factors
air, water, soil, climate
Abiotic Factors
Housing, sanitation, culture
Socila Environment
refers to how humans adjust to environmental conditions survive and stay healthy
Adaptation
changes in action of habits
Hebavioral Adaptation
physiological or physical adjustment
Biological Adaptation
tools, innovation, and systems
Technological Adaptation
involves protecting natural resources to maintain ecological balance and public health
Conservation
is the statistical study of human populations
Demography
refers to the increase in the number of people in a population over time. It is a key concept in demography because changes in population size directly affect health services, food supply, housing, employment, and the environment
Population Growth
is the maximum reproductive capacity of a population under ideal conditions
Biotic Potential
play a major role in shaping populatiob dynamics by influencing how many people are orn, how long they live, and where they choose to live.
Government Policies
refer to shortages or limit acces to energy sources such as electricity, gas, or fuel
Fuel limits
is the study of the distribution and determinants of diseases in populations
Epidemiology
is a sudden increase in the number of disease cases above what is normally expected within a specific area or population
Epidemic
occurs when a disease spreads across multiple countries or continents, affecting a large proportion of the global population
pandemic
is the link between knowing and doing in public health. Even the best medical interventions fail if people do not understand, accept, or practice them.
human behavior
exists to translate scientific knowledge into healthy actions
community health education
most preventable diseases are linked to human behavior, not lack of medical knowledge health problems persist even when services are available because people may not use them correctly or consistently
Human Behavior
motivation, perception, habits, learning
Psychology
family influence, peer pressure, social learning
Sociology
culture, beliefs, traditions, practices
Anthropology
exercise, vaccination
Prevention Behaviors
Smoking, unsafe sex
Risk Behavior
consulting health professionals
Health- Seeking Behaviors
knowledge and awareness, attitude and beliefs, cultural norms
Health Behavior
protects the right, benefits, and welfare of government health workers by ensuring fair compensation, safe working conditions, and security of tenure
Republic Act No. 7035 - Magna Carta Of Public Healthcare Workers
establishes standards for food safety, water supply, waste disposal, and environmental sanitation to prevent the spread of communicable diseases
Presidential Decree 856 - Sanitation Code of the Philippines
aims to protect and improve air quality by regulating pollution sources to reduce health risks associated with air pollution
created PhilHealth to provide financial risk protection and improve access to essential health services for all filipinos
Republic Act No 7875 - National Health Insurance Act (PhilHealth)
promotes the use of generic drug names to make medicine more affordable and accessible to the public
Republic Act No. 6675 - Generics Act of 1988
protects women and children from physical, psychological, sexual and economic abuse through legal and social support mechanisms
Republic Act No 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act
strengthens disaster preparedness, risk reduction, and coordinated response to protect lives and reduce health impacts during disasters
Republic Act No. 10121 - Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act
ensures access to family planning, maternal care, and reproductive helth education based on informed choice
Republic Act No. 10354 - Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act
requires basic immunization to protect children from vaccine-preventable diseases and strengthen community immunity
Republic Act No. 10152 - Mandatory Infants and Children Health Immunization Act
promotes the rights, protection, and holistic development of children and youth as a foundation for a healthy society
Presidential Decree 603 - Children and Youth Welfare Code
controls the advertising, sale, and use of tobacco products to protect the public from smoking-related diseases
Republic Act No 9211 - Tobacco regulation Act
integrates mental health services into the health system while protecting the rights and dignity of individuals with mental health conditions
Republic Act No. 10136 - Philippine Mental Health Act