Consumer Health

What is the main goal of consumer health education?

• To encourage spending on health product

• To promote exercise and healthy eating

• To help individuals make informed decisions about health products and services

• To stop people from using alternative medicine

Which of the following is not considered a health product?

• Shampoo

• Toothpaste

• Physical therapy

• Dental Floss

A medical doctor, dentist, and nurse are examples of:

• Health scammers

• Health consumers

• Health products

• Health professionals

Which of the following is a sign of a health fraud or scam?

• Clear and detailed label

• Backed by scientific evidence

• “Miracle cure” claims

• FDA approval

Consumers have the right to access accurate and truthful information about health products.

• True

• False

Buying herbal medicine from unlicensed street vendors is a safe way to treat illness.

• True

• False

Health services include vaccination, medical check-ups, and surgery.

• True

• False

What is the acronym for FDA?

• Food and Drug Administration

• Food and drug Abuse

• Food And Drug Association

If you suspect a health product is fake or harmful, what should you do?

• Tell others not to buy it but do nothing else

• Complain on social media only

• Report it to government agencies like the FDA or DOH

• Throw it away and forget about it

Why is it important for consumers to think critically before buying health products or services?

• To follow trends and be popular

• To save time while shopping

• To avoid being scammed or harmed

• To make health decisions based on opinions