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Orientation to the Essentials of Public Health (Introductory Level)

URL 1: https://pace.tulane.edu/content/orientation-essentials-public-health-introductory-level

Date Developed: 6/26/2009. Source: South Central Public Health Training Center. Presenter(s): Donald E. Williamson, MD, State Health Officer, Alabama Department of Public Health. Type: Video Course. Level: Introductory. Length: 60 minutes.

Annotation

Orientation to the Essentials of Public Health, Introductory Level provides a brief history of public health in the US. It also discusses the guiding principles for those who practice public health. From the initial three core functions of public health first defined by the Institute of Medicine in 1988 through the current 10 essential services of public health set by the US Department of Health and Human Services. The expanded role of public health in the times of disasters is also explored. Examples of current public health initiatives in the Southeast as well as testimonials by current public health employees demonstrate the importance of public health in today's society.

Learning Objectives

• Describe the history of public health in the United States.

• List principle concerns of public health in the 20th century.

• Name and describe the 10 core functions of public health.

• Explain the role of public health in today’s society.

Special Instructions

Registration is required.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UE8MC25742; MCH Navigator for $225,000/year. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.