1. Provide at least one example of a public health achievement that you think has made a significant difference in people's lives. 2. Explain why this achievement was considered "public health?"
Ans) CDC: The Top 10 Public Health Achievements in the 20th
Century
- Workplace safety.
- Control of infectious diseases (which includes
immunizations)
- Declines in deaths from heart disease and stroke.
- Safer and healthier foods.
- Healthier mothers and babies.
- Family planning.
- Fluoridation of drinking water to prevent dental caries
(cavities)
- Reduction of tobacco use
Public Health is important due to aiding and prolonging life. Through the prevention of health issues, individuals can spend more of their years in good health.
Public Health helps detect health issues as early as possible and responds appropriately to avoid the development of disease.
That's why this achievement was considered "public health.
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