Lesson 4 knowledge check

Select the best answer. These questions are for self-study only. Answers will not be evaluated or saved. Question 1 How do public health ethics differ from clinical ethics? Question 2 Which of the following is a core function of public health ethics? Question 3 What does the principle of autonomy emphasize in public health ethics? […]

Lesson 4. Application of Public Health Ethics to Interventions and Programs

Balancing the needs of the population with respect for individual rights. What is Public Health ethics? Let’s begin by understanding the historical tension: Physicians have both advanced and resisted health system change.  required reading Narrative Ethics in Public Health: The Value of Stories, Springer Public Health Ethics is a framework that helps guide decision-making where […]

Lesson 3. Implementation, Evaluation, and Sustainability of Public Health Interventions

With a focus on community health planning and real-world application.  Why does this matter? Even the most evidence-based public health interventions will fall short without effective implementation, rigorous evaluation, and a plan for long-term sustainability. These three pillars ensure that interventions move from paper to practice and create lasting impact.  Implementation strategies What Is Implementation […]

Lesson 3 knowledge check

Select the best answer. These questions are for self-study only. Answers will not be evaluated or saved. Question 1 Why are implementation, evaluation, and sustainability considered essential pillars of public health practice? Question 2 What does the term “implementation” mean in the context of public health? Question 3 According to Frieden (2014), which of the […]

Lesson 2. Introduction to Evidence-Based Public Health (EBPH) Interventions

Evidence-based public health practice is a systematic process of using the best available evidence to make decisions about public health interventions and policies. Evidence-based approaches in public health disease prevention involve using the best available research and data to inform decisions about interventions and policies, aiming to improve population health and reduce disease burden. Key […]

Lesson 2 knowledge check

Select the best answer. These questions are for self-study only. Answers will not be evaluated or saved. Question 1 What is the primary goal of evidence-based public health (EBPH)? Question 2 Why is community engagement important in EBPH? Question 3 Which of the following is a tool used to gather community input? Question 4 What […]

Lesson 1. The Public Health Approach to Interventions and Programs

The four-step public health approach Goal Prevent problems before they occur, using a systematic, evidence-based process that can scale from local to national levels. This structured method, used by the CDC and leaders in public health like Johns Hopkins, mirrors how we’ve reduced traffic fatalities (through seatbelts, speed limits, and safer vehicles) and how we’re […]

Lesson 1 knowledge check

Select the best answer. These questions are for self-study only. Answers will not be evaluated or saved. Question 1 What is the primary goal of the public health approach to interventions and programs? Question 2 Which of the following best represents the four-step public health approach? Question 3 What is the primary purpose of Step […]