SDG 3 Health Goals
Key goal of SDG 3?
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
What is inequality?
Inequality refers to the unequal distribution of resources, rights, and opportunities within and among countries.
What global event recently stressed health systems worldwide?
Covid-19
How do nurses reduce disparities?
By delivering culturally competent care, health education, and advocating for underserved populations.
What is telehealth?
The use of digital technology to deliver health care remotely, especially helpful in rural or underserved areas.
What is Universal Health Coverage?
Universal Health Coverage – access to quality health services without financial hardship.
What group is most impacted by inequality globally?
Marginalized groups include low-income individuals, racial/ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, and migrants.
What is a health disparity?
A preventable difference in health outcomes that is closely linked to social, economic, and environmental disadvantage.
What is one tech tool nurses use to promote health equity?
Telehealth platforms or electronic health records (EHRs).
How do health apps improve health outcomes?
By promoting self-management, medication adherence, appointment reminders, and health literacy.
Group most impacted globally?
Low-income and marginalized populations, including women and minorities.
How does SDG 10 connect to healthcare?
It aims to reduce health disparities by addressing social, economic, and political inequalities that limit access to care.
What is climate migration?
Movement of people due to climate change impacts, often leading to overcrowded health systems and worsened inequalities.
What do nurses do in disaster zones?
Provide emergency care, triage, disease prevention, and public health education.
What is a benefit of electronic health records (EHRs)?
Improve care coordination, reduce errors, and support data-driven decision-making.
What is the goal for maternal mortality under SDG 3?
Reduce the global maternal mortality ratio to less than 70 per 100,000 live births.
What are two types of inequality?
Income inequality and social inequality (e.g., based on gender, ethnicity, or disability).
What’s the role of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
To coordinate global health responses, provide technical support, and strengthen health systems.
What is one example of nurse advocacy?
Lobbying for expanded Medicaid access or maternal health protections in underserved communities.
What is one ICT solution used in low-resource areas?
Mobile health (mHealth) apps for tracking pregnancies or SMS reminders for vaccines.
What are 2 global health risks SDG 3 addresses?
Epidemics (like COVID-19, HIV/AIDS, malaria) and non-communicable diseases (like cancer, diabetes, mental illness).
What is one solution for reducing inequality in low-income countries?
Social protection programs, universal healthcare systems, or equitable education initiatives.
What is one major challenge to implementing the SDGs?
Lack of funding, political instability, weak health systems, or global inequality.
How do nurses shape future global health?
Through research, policy-making, global collaboration, and leadership in health equity initiatives.
Name two technologies helping address SDG 3 and 10.
Telemedicine and health data analytics