HSS 2121 Study Guide - Comprehensive Midterm Guide: Johns Hopkins University, Chemical Bond, Motility

• School: University of Ottawa
• Department: Health Sciences
• Course: HSS 2121
• Professor: Louise Edmonds

Document Summary

Average lifespan of canadians has increased by more than 30 years since the early. 1900"s; and 25 of those years are attributable to advancements in public health. Acting on the social determinants of health: recognizing that health is influenced by many factors outside the health care system, have strengthen public health"s commitment and leadership in activities that address the broad determinants of health (ex. Income, education, early childhood development and social connections) Norm campbell: 1. 6 million canadians have heart disease or are living with the effects of a stroke. Healthier environments: environmental policies have helped increase the community"s health and to dramatically reduce toxic emissions such as lead and mercury, air and water quality have improved in some areas, despite population and economic growth. Solid foods with particular attention to iron at 6 months, and continued breast feeding for up to two years and beyond.