Global Health 101
What does WHO stand for?
World Health Organization
What does MEDLIFE stand for?
Medicine, Education, and Development for Low-Income Families Everywhere
What’s the first thing most TV doctors say before using a defibrillator?
“Clear!”
What does “preventive care” mean?
Taking steps to stay healthy and stop illness before it happens
How many hours of sleep do most teens need per night?
8–10 hours
Which continent has the highest rate of malaria cases?
Africa
Name one country where MEDLIFE carries out service trips.
Peru, Ecuador, or Tanzania
Who's the main character of Grey's Anatomy?
Meredith Grey
What’s one example of a public health campaign?
Handwashing, wearing seatbelts, or anti-smoking ads
Which nutrient helps build and repair muscles?
Protein
What is the main cause of global deaths each year?
Cardiovascular disease
What are the three main pillars of MEDLIFE’s mission?
Medicine, Education, and Development
What color scrubs do surgeons usually wear?
Navy Blue
What’s one way vaccines protect communities?
They prevent disease from spreading to others.
What’s one proven way to reduce stress naturally?
Exercise, journaling, meditation, or deep breathing
What does the term “pandemic” mean?
A disease outbreak that spreads across countries or continents
What’s one example of a MEDLIFE community project?
Building staircases, schools, homes, or bathrooms
Which famous Marvel superhero was a doctor before becoming a hero?
Doctor Strange
What does “epidemic” mean?
When a disease suddenly spreads within one community or region.
About what percentage of the human body is water?
Around 60%
What is one way that clean water improves community health?
It prevents diseases like cholera and diarrhea and improves hygiene.
What is MEDLIFE’s long-term goal for the communities it serves?
To empower communities to become self-sustaining
In many hospital shows, what’s the loud machine that monitors your heartbeat called?
A heart monitor (EKG)
What’s one major health challenge communities face around the world?
Access to clean water, nutrition, or healthcare
What’s one key benefit of regular physical activity?
Improves mood, heart health, energy, or focus