Public Health Basics
The science and art of preventing disease, promoting health, and prolonging life.
Public Health
Aggregate
A collection of individuals grouped together for public health analysis.
Determinants of Health
Social, economic, environmental, and personal factors affecting health.
Culture
Shared beliefs, customs, values, and traditions of a group.
Ecological Model
A framework examining environmental and social influences on health.
Public Health Science
The study and application of methods used to improve the health of populations.
Population
A large group of people sharing at least one common characteristic.
Social Determinants of Health
Conditions where people live, work, and learn that influence health.
Diversity
Differences among people in culture, ethnicity, language, and lifestyle.
Upstream Determinants
Social and economic conditions that influence health before disease occurs.
Population Health
Focuses on improving the health outcomes of groups of people.
Community
A group of people connected by location, interests, or social relationships.
Environmental Health
The study of how the environment affects human health.
Cultural Context
Cultural influences that affect health beliefs and behaviors.
Socioecological Model
A model showing how individual and environmental factors interact to affect health.
Health Promotion
Activities that encourage healthier lifestyles and behaviors.
Population-Focused Care
Care aimed at improving the health of communities and populations.
Resource Availability
Access to resources needed to maintain health and well-being.
Ethnicity
Shared identity based on culture, traditions, language, or origin
Downstream Approach
Downstream Approach
Primary Prevention
Actions taken to stop disease before it starts.
Community Partnerships
Collaboration between communities and health professionals to improve health.
Health Equity
Fair and equal opportunities for all people to achieve good health.
Cultural Competency
The ability to provide effective care to culturally diverse groups.
Globalization
Increased worldwide connection through trade, travel, and technology.