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Public Health

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Community Science (Home Science)

Flashcards for Public Health — Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Community Science (Home Science). Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.

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Card 1Definition of Public Health

What is public health?

Answer

Public health is the science and art of preventing diseases, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized community efforts. It focuses on the health of entire populations rather than indiv

Card 2Levels of Prevention

What are the three levels of disease prevention?

Answer

1. Primary Prevention – prevents disease before it occurs (e.g., vaccination). 2. Secondary Prevention – early detection and treatment (e.g., screening). 3. Tertiary Prevention – rehabilitation after

Card 3Primary Prevention

How does primary prevention help control communicable diseases?

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Primary prevention stops diseases before they start. For example, vaccinating children against measles prevents outbreaks. Other methods include health education, clean water supply, and mosquito cont

Card 4Secondary Prevention

Why is early diagnosis important in secondary prevention?

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Early diagnosis helps treat diseases before they worsen. For example, detecting high blood pressure early can prevent heart attacks. It reduces complications and stops the spread of infectious disease

Card 5Tertiary Prevention

Give an example of tertiary prevention in diabetes management.

Answer

Tertiary prevention includes managing complications like foot ulcers or vision loss. Providing special footwear, regular eye check-ups, and rehabilitation helps maintain quality of life for diabetic p

Card 6Rehabilitation

What is rehabilitation in public health?

Answer

Rehabilitation restores a person’s physical, emotional, social, and vocational abilities after illness or injury. For example, providing wheelchairs and ramps helps paraplegic individuals live indepen

Card 7Communicable Diseases - Chickenpox

How can you prevent the spread of chickenpox in a school?

Answer

Keep infected children at home until all blisters have crusted over. Encourage vaccination, isolate the patient, and disinfect shared surfaces. Teachers who haven’t had chickenpox should avoid contact

Card 8Communicable Diseases - Common Cold

How does the common cold spread?

Answer

The common cold spreads through direct contact, droplets from coughing or sneezing, and contaminated hands or objects like towels and utensils. Over 200 viruses can cause it.

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What are the important topics in Public Health for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Community Science (Home Science)?
Public Health covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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