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 Introduction to Public Health

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Introduction to Public Health

By Lloyds Corazon Guadilla, RPh, MSM

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A. Definition

Public health

"a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”

Health

“the art and science of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through the organized efforts of society” (Acheson, 1988; WHO)

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media

Core Function 1 – Assessment

Collecting and analyzing information about health problems.

Core Function 2 – Policy Development

Broad-based consultations with stakeholders to weigh available information and decide which interventions are most appropriate and ensure that the public interest is served by measures that are adopted.

Core Function 3 – Assurance

Promoting and protecting public interests through programs, events, campaigns, regulations and other strategies, and making sure that necessary services are provided to reach agreed upon goals.​

​B. Core functions of public health

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DOH Philippines 2022

C. Philippine Health agenda

" All for Health towards

Health for all" 

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