Which of the following statements about Global Health Governance is FALSE?

Which of the following is a NOT core activity of Public Health? 

Why do we measure health?

The image below represents the ‘ambulance at the bottom of the cliff’ analogy – a well-known analogy in Public Health. What does this image represent?

Implicit Bias in Healthcare

Define implicit bias and illustrate with examples how it can manifest in healthcare settings, impacting patient care. Additionally, propose three (3) strategies healthcare workers can employ to minimise the effects of implicit bias on their clinical decisions and interactions with patients.

Body Dissatisfaction and Objectification

Drawing on your knowledge of body dissatisfaction and self-objectification, how can individuals navigate these challenges and cultivate a genuine sense of self-worth? 

Identify and provide concise explanations for at least three (3) strategies that individuals can employ to address these concerns and embrace their intrinsic value.

Your response should not exceed 300 words. This short answer response is worth a total of 3 marks.

Determinants of Health

Identify the key components outlined in the Basic Causes Model (adapted from Williams, 1997) and describe the health determinants associated with each component. You should provide a real-world example for each component to illustrate its impact on health outcomes.

This ERQ consists of two parts.

Part A: The Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion identifies five key action areas designed to enhance public health. List and describe each of these action areas. (Part A is worth 7.5 marks)

Part B: Considering the Ottawa Charter's action areas, propose and detail two primary prevention strategies for each action area, aimed at reducing the prevalence of obesity across the Australian population. (Part B is worth 10 marks)

Social Determinants of Health

The health disparities prevalent among individuals of low socioeconomic status (SES), particularly when comparing urban and rural settings, are complex and multi-faceted, requiring understanding and careful consideration. 

Select three [3] social determinants of health and provide concise explanations of how these factors contribute to poorer health outcomes in rural areas compared to urban areas. Support your discussion with an appropriate framework or model.

Your response should not exceed 300 words. This short answer response is worth a total of 5 marks.