Which of the following statements best describes the message that public health leaders are trying to emphasize to the public?
a. Assume responsibility for your own health by choosing healthy behaviors
b. Have a primary physician and get yearly checkups
c. Obtain immunizations and screenings when they are offered
d. Support legislative efforts to improve our medical care system
ANS: A
Although there are many public health messages in the media, from quitting smoking to getting a checkup, the primary message currently being emphasized by public health, as well as all the media coverage of the constantly increasing cost for health care, is for each person to take responsibility for his or her own health through choosing healthy lifestyle behaviors. Supporting legislative efforts is not as important as the need for individuals to take responsiblity for their own health.
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