Significance of Public health
Public health encompasses various aspects related to the health and well-being of the population as a whole. According to Ayurveda, it involves understanding individual constitutions and promoting community health through practices aimed at disease prevention and health promotion. Historically, public health in India has involved sanitation, health facility management, and societal health standards, often contrasted against adverse conditions like war. In scientific contexts, public health focuses on organized strategies to prevent diseases, improve community health, and enhance overall population health through education, research, and lifestyle promotion.
Synonyms: Community health, Population health, Health promotion, Health policy, Preventive health, Public health administration, Preventative health, Global health
In Dutch: Volksgezondheid; In Finnish: Kansanterveys; In Spanish: Salud pública; In German: Öffentliche Gesundheit; In Malay: Kesihatan awam; In Swedish: ¹ó´Ç±ô°ì³óä±ô²õ²¹
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Hindu concept of 'Public health'
Public health in Hinduism encompasses collective health measures, individual constitution awareness, population wellbeing, disease prevention, and community safety, reflecting Ayurvedic principles and the interplay between individual behaviors and state regulations.
From: History of Indian Medicine (and Ayurveda)
(1) The overall health standards and practices that are shaped by understanding individual constitutions and their implications.[1] (2) The health and wellbeing of the population as a whole, which is dependent on both individual behaviors and state actions.[2] (3) The overall health status and safety of the wider community, which the regulations aimed to protect by controlling medical treatment practices.[3]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 1: Sutrasthana
(1) The aspect of health care focused on the prevention of disease and the promotion of health for populations, as discussed in the context of Ayurvedic principles.[4]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) Collective measures for maintaining health within communities as reflected in Buddhist practices.[5]
The concept of Public health in local and regional sources
Public health pertains to various dimensions, including local governance, social reform efforts, national development, and historical contexts. It encompasses health facility management, disease prevention, research initiatives, and societal impacts, all aimed at improving population well-being.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The National Extension Service Block has done much valuable work in the fields of road building, education, public health and agriculture in the area.[6] (2) A social reform focus of Ranade's efforts, aiming to improve conditions and health standards in society.[7] (3) The health and well-being of the population that can be enhanced through research and healthcare practices.[8] (4) The health status of the general population, which is discussed in contrast to war conditions in Britain and their effects on the civilian populations in India.[9] (5) The health of the population as a whole, often measured and managed through considerations of hygiene, disease prevention, and access to health resources.[10]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This is another area of study that relates to the concepts of toxicity, safety, and the use of medicines in Tibetan medical practice, as the book explores the broader societal impacts of these practices.[11] (2) This phrase is associated with British India and its relation to Anglo-Indian preventive medicine during a specific historical period.[12]
The concept of Public health in scientific sources
Public health encompasses the well-being of populations, emphasizing disease prevention, health awareness, and access to services. It aims to improve community health through education and organized efforts, addressing lifestyle factors and healthcare accessibility challenges.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This encompasses the organized efforts of society to protect and improve the health of populations, and it is suggested that public health policies should aim at highlighting the importance of preventive medical care.[13] (2) This is an emergency of international concern declared by the World Health Organization on January 30, 2020, due to the detection of COVID-19 in several countries.[14] (3) This is a field or subject of study, with an institute dedicated to it, and surveys and findings related to this area are published.[15] (4) NBS has been adopted worldwide as this type of activity and has been well established in developed countries for over 40 years, demonstrating its importance in preventive medicine.[16] (5) The health of the population as a whole, which is an area where education on medication use is an important priority.[17]