Modern approaches to the prevention of illness and disease
I can evaluate the effectiveness of government approaches to the prevention of illness and disease in modern Britain.
Modern approaches to the prevention of illness and disease
I can evaluate the effectiveness of government approaches to the prevention of illness and disease in modern Britain.
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Key learning points
- Clean Air Acts and low-emission zones have been introduced to prevent air pollution.
- Mass vaccination campaigns were launched for diseases including diphtheria and polio.
- Vaccine refusal has led to rising cases of some diseases like measles.
- Healthy lifestyle campaigns have aimed to combat issues such as obesity.
Keywords
Emission - gas which is sent out into the air as a result of certain actions
Pollutant - a substance that pollutes water or the air
Immunity - the state of being unable to catch a specific disease
Common misconception
Vaccinations have been made compulsory to ensure uptake in modern Britain.
Vaccinations have been voluntary for people to receive in modern Britain but many have been provided free of charge and their benefits promoted to encourage people.
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