What is Costa Rican approach? Explain. [V. Imp.]
Coasta Rica is a country in North America. It is considered to be one of the healthiest countries in the countinent. The coasta Rican govt, gave much importance to the health of its citizens. It took an important decision and decided not to have an army. In this way it saved money and began to spend this money on health, education and other basic needs of the people. The costa Rican government believes that a country has to be healthy for its development and pays a sincere attention to the health of its people. The Costa Rican government provides all the basic services and amenities to all the people of the country. It provides clean drinking water, sanitation, nutrition and housing. Health education has been made an important part of the education and at all levels students are provided knowledge about health.
The Costa Rican approach towards health is praiseworthy and inspiring.
What are the different ways through which the government can take steps to provide healthcare for all? Discuss.
Improvement in water and sanitation can control many diseases'. Explain with the help of examples.
In this chapter you have read that health is a wider concept than illness. Look at this quote from the Constitution and explain the terms living standard' and public health' in your own words.
An important part of the Constitution says it is the "duty of the state to raise the level of nutrition and the standard of living and to improve public health. "
What differences do you find between private and public health services in your area? Use the following table to compare and contrast these.