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According to The Future of Public Health, what is the mission of public health?
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The fulfillment of society's interest in assuring the conditions in which people can be healthy.
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According to The Future of Public Health, what is the substance of public health?
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Organized community efforts aimed at the prevention of disease and the promotion of health.
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According to The Future of Public Health, what does the organizational framework of public health encompass?
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Both activities undertaken within the formal structure of government and the associated efforts of private and voluntary organizations and individuals.
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What are the three core functions of public health?
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Assessment, policy development, and assurance.
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What is assessment?
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Monitor health status to identify community health problems and diagnose and investigate health problems and health hazards in the community.
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