Hygiene refers to practices that promote good health and prevent disease. It involves maintaining cleanliness to minimize the spread of germs and illness. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Personal Cleanliness: Regular showering, handwashing, and brushing teeth. Environmental Cleanliness: Keeping your living space tidy and free of clutter to reduce the spread of germs. Food Hygiene: … Read more
Health economics is the application of economic principles and methods to the health sector. It studies how scarce resources are allocated to meet health needs and improve health outcomes. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Resource Allocation: Focuses on efficient distribution of limited healthcare resources (funds, personnel, equipment). Cost-Effectiveness Analysis: Evaluating the relative cost and benefit … Read more
Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations, and the application of this study to the control of health problems. It involves investigating factors that influence the occurrence and spread of diseases, injuries, and other health conditions within and across populations. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts … Read more
Dietetics is the science and practice of applying the principles of nutrition to the feeding and nourishment of individuals and groups. It involves the assessment of nutritional needs, the planning and implementation of dietary interventions, and the evaluation of dietary outcomes. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Nutritional Assessment: Evaluating an individual’s or group’s nutritional status … Read more