In what ways does the federal or state government involve itself in public health initiatives?
Readings
Kindig, D., & Stoddart, G. (2003). What is population health? Journal of Public Health, 93, 380-383. [Permanent Link] Retrieved from https://bigbrother.logan.edu:2443/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=s3h&AN=9248163&site=ehost-live
As noted in the overview section above, the reading for this week is an early attempt by scholars to get a handle on the complexities of population health. Remember – it was published in 2003, so it gives you a historical context for the topic. Much has been studied and written since this article was published.
Media (videos, websites, etc.)
Videos
Public Health vs. Population Health? [2:18]; closed caption and transcripts available
In this brief video, Dr. Denise Koo clearly explains the difference between public health and population health. Could you explain the difference to a classmate after watching this video?
The Practical Playbook. (2016, February 26). The difference between public health and population health. [Video]. YouTube.
Determinants of Health [10:05]; closed caption available
Using a socio-ecological framework, the presenter in this video gives us an overview of health determinants. He then goes on to provide an example of different determinants of health using a socio-ecological approach. He also discusses how public health interventions at the organizational and community level can impact individual/personal determinants of health.
IQ Solutions. (2012, February 8). Healthy People 2020 – Determinants of health (ODPHP) [Video podcast]. [Video].YouTube.
Social Ecology and Public Health [9:35]; closed caption available
The video gives great detail about what is included in each level of the socio-ecological model. If you took, or are taking HLTS02102 Cultural Awareness in Healthcare, this video will be familiar to you. If you need a refresher, or if you’ve yet to be exposed to the socio-ecological framework, this video is for you. Can you list and explain the four components in the life cycle of a health intervention?
Ruderman, M. (2013, June 27). An introduction to the ecological model in public health. [Video]. YouTube.
Web Sites
American Public Health Association (APHA)
What is public health?
The APHA is the premier public health association in the United States. To learn what public health is, click the link below. On this page, you will find a 3-minute video presented by Dr. George Benjamin, Executive Director of the APHA. He explains what public health is and how you can get involved in this very exciting field. Some examples of the many fields of public health:
First responders
Restaurant inspectors
Health educators
Scientists and researchers
Nutritionists
Community planners
Social workers
Epidemiologists
Public health physicians
Public health nurses
Occupational health and safety professionals
Public policymakers
Sanitarians
https://www.apha.org/what-is-public-healthLinks to an external site.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Division of Population Health
You’ve been asked to visit the CDC website earlier in the course. This week we focus on one area of this important health organization – the Division of Population Health. According to the information on this specific web page, the Division of Population Health “is charged with managing programs that provide cross-cutting, chronic disease, and health promotion expertise. There are 21 programs listed on this page, ranging in scope from alcohol to workplace health promotion. Be sure to click on one of the programs and explore how it attempts to address population health needs using public health approaches.
https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dph/index.htmlLinks to an external site.
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