Determinants of Health (SDOH), Health Disparities, Chronic Disease
Management, Population Health, Health Equity, Health Informatics, Telehealth,
Patient-Centered Care, Preventive Services, Diagnostic Services, Therapeutic
Services, Medicare & Medicaid, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC),
Ambulatory Care, Community Mental Health Centers (CMHC),
Deinstitutionalization, Psychopharmaceutical Advances, Mental Health Parity,
Bipartisan Healthcare Legislation, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), Health
Technology, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Human Genome Project,
Vaccinations, Data Analytics in Health, Hospital Administration, Patient Care
Partnership, Workforce Development, Recruitment & Retention, Cost Drivers,
Healthcare Economics, Aging Population, Globalization & Infectious Disease
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What significant changes in health problems have occurred in the U.S. over the past 150 years?
Changes include shifts in causes of mortality and life expectancy.
What are social determinants of health?
Factors that influence health outcomes, including economic stability, education, and
environment.
, What role does the government play in health care expansion?
The government influences healthcare policies and funding to improve access and quality.
What are some causes of rising health care costs?
Medical technology, prescription drugs, aging population, chronic diseases, and administrative
costs.
How did healthcare costs growth compare to the U.S. economy since the 1970s?
Healthcare costs growth has consistently exceeded the growth of the U.S. economy.
What were the leading causes of infant deaths in 2017?
Congenital malformations, preterm birth, low birth weight, SIDS, maternal complications, and
unintentional injuries.
What is the impact of globalization on health?
Increased risk of infectious diseases and foodborne illnesses.
What role did telehealth play during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Telehealth became a common method for delivering healthcare during social isolation.
What are some advancements in medical technology?