Health care in Australia (HSC SSCE Personal Development and Physical Education): Flashcards
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What is the goal of prevention in healthcare?
What is the goal of prevention in healthcare?
To reduce disease risk and manage risk factors.
How does treatment differ from prevention?
How does treatment differ from prevention?
Treatment manages existing diseases, often at higher costs.
What are key prevention strategies for heart disease?
What are key prevention strategies for heart disease?
Lifestyle changes, better diets, and regular check-ups.
What are common treatment options for heart disease?
What are common treatment options for heart disease?
Medications, surgeries, and ongoing health monitoring.
How can prevention save costs in healthcare?
How can prevention save costs in healthcare?
Spending £20 on prevention can save thousands in treatment.
What percentage of health spending focused on treatment in 2000s?
What percentage of health spending focused on treatment in 2000s?
More than 90% of health spending focused on treatment.
What societal attitudes affect health spending?
What societal attitudes affect health spending?
Desire for quick solutions pushes spending towards treatment.
What is a challenge in funding preventive healthcare?
What is a challenge in funding preventive healthcare?
Measuring long-term benefits is tough, favoring quick outcomes.
How can preventive healthcare funding be improved?
How can preventive healthcare funding be improved?
Expand campaigns and offer tax breaks for healthy living.
What international example can enhance Australian policies?
What international example can enhance Australian policies?
Finland's successful public health initiatives.