LESSON 11.6

National Health Goals

Healthy People 2020: New Approaches & Challenges

  • Ecological and social determinants approach
  • Role of health information technology and communication
  • Addressing “all hazards” preparedness as a public health issue
  • Question: How do you think that the unique challenges of women’s health can be addressed through these “new” approaches?

Source: www.Healthy People.gov

There are also identified approaches to improving health outcomes that are more systems and environment focused.