HEALTH 10 | QUARTER 1: CONSUMER HEALTH | Zer Les

Summary

In this educational video, Teacher Lester, also known as Sir Lester, introduces Grade 10 students to the topic of consumer health, part of their first-quarter health module. The lesson covers key areas such as understanding health information, evaluating health products and services, identifying healthcare providers, and recognizing fraudulent health services. Additionally, students learn about complementary and alternative medicine, as well as their rights and protections as consumers. The video emphasizes making informed choices, avoiding health fraud, and understanding consumer welfare through laws and international organizations.

Takeaways

• 📚 Consumer health involves not just buying health products, but making informed decisions and wise choices.
• 📝 Health information can be sourced from reliable professionals and institutions like doctors, the Department of Health, and educational websites.
• ❌ Avoid unreliable sources such as outdated customs, biased information, and commercialized health advice.
• 💊 Health products include food, drugs, cosmetics, vaccines, and other medical substances.
• 💡 Guidelines for purchasing health goods: Evaluate usefulness, know consumer protection laws, and seek trustworthy services.
• 🩺 Health services include medical treatments, nursing, dental care, and complementary therapies from licensed professionals.
• ⚠️ Be wary of fraudulent health services and quack doctors who provide unproven treatments.
• 🌿 Complementary and alternative medicine includes herbal remedies, acupuncture, and energy-based therapies.
• 🔍 Consumer protection agencies like the FDA, DOH, and DTI ensure product safety and regulate trade and health services.
• 🛡️ Consumer rights include safety, redress, choice, education, and a healthy environment.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of today's lesson on consumer health?

The primary focus is on understanding consumer health, which includes health information, health products, and health services.

What are the three main components of consumer health?

The three main components are health information, health products, and health services.

What are some reliable sources of health information?

Reliable sources include medical and health professionals, government agencies like the Department of Health, FDA, and websites ending in .gov, .edu, and .org.

What are some examples of unreliable health information sources?

Unreliable sources include outdated customs, commercialized health information, personal opinions, and quack or pseudo-healers.

What is the definition of health services in consumer health?

Health services refer to medical treatments such as medicines, surgical procedures, nursing, and dental care provided by healthcare professionals.

What are some examples of healthcare facilities?

Examples include hospitals, walk-in surgery centers, health centers, and extended health care facilities.

What are fraudulent health services, and how can they be identified?

Fraudulent health services are provided by quacks who lack legitimate medical training. They can be identified by false claims, unscientific methods, and products or services without proven efficacy.

What is quackery and what are the effects of falling victim to it?

Quackery is a form of health fraud where fake products or treatments are sold. Its effects include loss of money, delayed treatment, false hope, and potential harm to health.

What are complementary and alternative healthcare modalities?

These are non-standard treatments used alongside conventional medical treatments, such as herbal medicine, acupuncture, reflexology, and energy-based therapies.

What are some rights of consumers in terms of health protection?

Consumer rights include the right to safety, the right to redress, the right to basic needs, and the right to be informed and educated about products and services.

Outlines

00:00

👨‍🏫 Introduction to Consumer Health

Teacher Lester introduces the topic of consumer health to Grade 10 students, explaining the importance of making informed decisions about health products and services. He outlines the key learning objectives, including evaluating health information, understanding fraudulent health services, and knowing consumer protection laws. The lesson is divided into four main subtopics: components of consumer health, health care providers and fraudulent services, complementary and alternative health care modalities, and consumer welfare and protection.

05:00

🛍️ Components of Consumer Health: Information, Products, and Services

This section introduces the three main components of consumer health: health information, products, and services. It highlights how individuals can acquire reliable health information from medical professionals and trustworthy sources like government agencies, while cautioning against unreliable sources such as outdated customs and commercialized information. The importance of identifying credible health products and services is emphasized, along with guidelines for making wise consumer choices.

10:03

🏥 Health Services: Providers and Fraudulent Services

In this section, Teacher Lester delves into health services, focusing on legitimate health care providers such as doctors, nurses, and specialized health professionals. He explains the different types of health professionals and their areas of expertise, from pediatricians to urologists. The section also contrasts these licensed professionals with quack doctors who provide fraudulent services, emphasizing the dangers of relying on unscientific treatments and false cures.

15:05

💉 Forms of Quackery and Alternative Health Care Modalities

This part defines quackery, a form of health fraud where individuals promote unproven treatments. The characteristics and harmful effects of quackery are discussed, including financial loss, false hopes, and delayed proper treatment. The section also introduces complementary and alternative health care modalities like herbal medicine and therapies such as acupuncture, reflexology, and nutrition therapy, highlighting their benefits and the importance of distinguishing them from quack services.

20:05

🌿 Approved Herbal Medicines and Alternative Therapies

The focus here is on ten herbal medicines approved by the Philippine Department of Health for treating various conditions, such as Acapulco for fungal infections and Bawang for blood pressure control. The section also details alternative therapies like acupuncture, reflexology, and nutrition therapy, explaining their mechanisms and potential benefits for patients. Each therapy offers a non-standard approach to health care but is recognized for its complementary value to conventional treatments.

25:06

⚖️ Consumer Rights and Protections

The final section emphasizes consumer rights, particularly in the context of health products and services. It explains the role of government agencies such as the Bureau of Food and Drugs (BFAD), the Department of Health (DOH), and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in protecting consumers. The section also outlines the eight fundamental consumer rights, including the right to safety, the right to choose, and the right to a healthy environment. Teacher Lester concludes by encouraging students to understand their rights and make informed decisions.

Keywords

💡Consumer Health

Consumer health refers to the decisions and actions individuals take regarding the selection of health products and services. The video emphasizes that consumer health is not just about purchasing goods, but also making informed choices to improve well-being. It encompasses the evaluation of health information, products, and services from reliable sources to protect one's health.

💡Health Information

Health information is any concept, advice, or data provided to assist an individual in making informed health-related decisions. The video explains that reliable sources for health information include medical professionals, government agencies, and educational institutions. In contrast, outdated customs and superstitions are deemed unreliable sources.

💡Health Products

Health products include items like food, drugs, cosmetics, devices, and vaccines that contribute to an individual’s health. These products are typically purchased from supermarkets, pharmacies, and hospitals. The video highlights the importance of evaluating health products for safety and effectiveness, as well as understanding their legal regulations.

💡Health Services

Health services refer to medical, dental, and nursing treatments provided to improve or maintain an individual's health. These services can be obtained from health professionals like doctors and nurses or from institutions like hospitals and clinics. The video emphasizes the importance of selecting trustworthy health services and professionals to avoid fraudulent practices.

💡Fraudulent Health Services

Fraudulent health services are deceptive practices where individuals or companies offer unproven health products or treatments, often for profit. The video warns against 'quacks,' who falsely claim to have medical skills, and advises viewers to consult licensed health professionals instead. Fraudulent services can lead to delayed treatment, financial loss, and false hope.

💡Quackery

Quackery is a form of health fraud involving the promotion and sale of unscientific health treatments and products. The video describes quackery as widespread and potentially harmful, leading to delayed proper treatment and financial loss. Quackery thrives on false claims and the placebo effect, where individuals believe they are being cured, though the treatment lacks medical validity.

💡Health Care Providers

Health care providers are licensed professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and nutritionists, who deliver medical services. The video categorizes healthcare providers into professionals, facilities, and insurance services, stressing the importance of choosing credible providers to ensure the safety and effectiveness of treatment.

💡Complementary and Alternative Medicines

Complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) are treatments that are used alongside or instead of conventional medical practices. Examples in the video include acupuncture and herbal remedies. These practices are becoming more recognized but should be approached cautiously, as they are not always scientifically validated.

💡Consumer Rights

Consumer rights are legal protections ensuring that consumers receive safe and effective products and services. The video outlines rights such as the right to safety, the right to be informed, and the right to choose, emphasizing their importance in safeguarding public health and ensuring fair business practices.

💡Health Insurance

Health insurance is a financial agreement between an individual or group and an insurance company to cover healthcare costs. The video mentions the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) as an example, explaining that insurance helps mitigate the financial burden of medical care, ensuring broader access to necessary health services.

Highlights

Introduction to consumer health and the importance of making informed decisions when purchasing health products and services.

Explanation of essential learning competencies, including the evaluation of health information, products, and services.

Introduction to the components of consumer health: health information, health products, and health services.

Definition and importance of reliable sources for health information, including professionals, government agencies, and educational institutions.

Identification of unreliable sources such as outdated customs, superstitions, and commercialized health information.

Introduction to health products, with examples like food, drugs, and cosmetics, and how to wisely evaluate their usefulness.

Guidelines for purchasing health products, including evaluating their benefits and understanding consumer protection laws.

Introduction to health services, including medical treatments, dental care, and complementary health services.

Explanation of health professionals and their sub-categories, such as doctors, nurses, and specialists.

Detailed overview of various medical specialists like pediatricians, cardiologists, and dermatologists.

Introduction to healthcare facilities and their types, including hospitals, surgery centers, and extended care facilities.

Explanation of fraudulent health services and quackery, including its dangers and the characteristics of a quack.

Definition and examples of complementary and alternative healthcare practices, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, and reflexology.

Overview of consumer rights in the context of health, including the right to safety, redress, and a healthy environment.

Summary of international organizations involved in consumer protection, including WHO and the FDA.

Transcripts

good day grade 10 learners

hello this is teacher lester aka surless

and i welcome you all to another fun and

meaningful learning

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our topic for today has something to do

with your role as members of the society

this topic is actually discussed in the

first quarter of your module and this is

under the component of health our topic

for today is entitled consumer health

are you guys ready

of course you are so what are waiting

for

let's get this discussion started

for you to be guided for today's lesson

here are the most essential learning

competencies

the learner

explains the guidelines and criteria in

the selection and evaluation of health

information

products and services

discusses the various forms of health

service providers and health care plans

selects health professionals

specialists and health care services

wisely

reports fraudulent health services

explains the different kinds of

complementary and alternative health

care modalities

explains the importance of consumer laws

to protect public health

identifies national and international

government agencies and private

organizations that implement programs

for consumer protection and last but not

the least

participates in programs

for consumer welfare and protection

under the lesson of consumer health we

will be dealing with four important sub

topics

these are components of consumer health

health care providers and fraudulent

services

complementary and alternative health

care modalities

and lastly consumer welfare and

protection

let's first deal with components of

consumer health

question

these are data and facts about health

products and services you can get from

media and people around you

do you think this is health information

or

health services

learners if your answer is health

information

then you got it right

another question

skin care products and grooming aids are

kinds of health information

true

or false

if your answer is false

then that is correct

now let us define

consumer health

consumer health is not just about buying

health products and services

it is also about making decisions and

having a clear and deeper understanding

to make wise choices

consumer health entails three components

that's health information

health products

and health services

to start with let's have health

information first

health information is any concept

step or advice that various sources give

to aid the health status of an

individual

people acquire health information and

products from various sources such as

authorized person

media and technology it is important to

identify the reliability of these

sources

some reliable sources of information are

medical and health professionals such as

family and school doctors

dentists

nurses

and health science educators

government agencies like department of

health

food and drug administration

bureau of food and drugs and department

of trade and industry

websites ending in gov

edu

and orig

local health officials

and educational institutions

some unreliable sources of health

information are

outdated customs

practices

and superstitions without scientific

basis

information based on ignorance and

prejudice

commercialized health information

personal options and incomplete

information

and quack or pseudo hillaries

next component of consumer health are

health products

health products are food

drugs cosmetics devices biologicals

vaccines

in vitro diagnostic regions and

household or urban disorders substances

and or a combination of and or a

derivative thereof

fda act 2009

health products can be availed from

supermarkets

pharmacies and hospitals

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here are the guidelines on the purchase

of goods and services

number one

evaluate which products and services

will be beneficial harmful or useless

number two

know the local laws and regulations that

protect consumers

number three

locate dependable medical

dental and nursing services

number four

apply knowledge acquired with respect to

personal and environmental health in the

purchase of personal goods and services

and here are some tips on how to be a

wise consumer

number one

gather correct and sufficient

information

number two

compare and contrast details of

available products

and number three

inquire for more review if possible

next component of consumer health are

health services

this refers to the furnishing of

medicines

medical or surgical treatments

nursing

hospital service

dental service

optometric service and complementary

health services

health services can be acquired from

medical and dental consultation and

treatment

services from beauty parlors

and barber

shops health services are usually

offered by health care providers

a health care provider is a trained

professional who provides people with

health care

there are three sub-components for

health services

these are health professionals

health care facilities and health

insurance

health professionals

are individuals who are licensed to

practice medicine and other allied

health programs and work in the medical

profession

examples are doctor

nurse

nutritionist

etc

while healthcare facilities are places

or institutions that offer healthcare

services

examples are hospitals

walk-in surgery center

health center and extended healthcare

facility

and lastly health insurance is a

financial agreement between an insurance

company and an individual or group for

the payment of health care costs

example is the philippine health

insurance corporation

or popularly known as the field health

let us now proceed to the next sub topic

which is health care providers and

fraudulent services

question he specializes in diagnosis and

treatment of eye diseases and disorders

who this physician is

if your answer is ophthalmologist

then you got it right

next question

a person's health improves soon after

taking the quack's medicines

is it true

or a false statement

if your answer is false then that's

correct

don't you ever believe to quack doctors

health care providers versus fraudulent

services

healthcare providers are provided by

health professionals while fraudulent

services are provided by quacks

don't be confused for you to be safe

always

health professionals are licensed to

practice medicine

these are individuals who are trained

and licensed to practice medicine along

with allied health programs and work in

the medical profession

examples of health professionals are

physicians

nurses and nutritionists

i'd like to emphasize who physicians are

there are different types of physicians

that is based on their area of

specialization

first is pediatrician

he specializes in children's health care

and treatment of diseases

second is psychiatrist

he specializes in the diagnosis and

treatment of mental disorders

third is obstetrician

it specializes in the care of women

during pregnancy and childbirth

fourth

ophthalmologist who specializes in

diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases

and disorders

sex is anesthesiologist

it specializes in administering various

anesthetics

to assure proper operative procedures

six is dermatologist who specializes in

the diagnosis and treatment of skin

diseases

seventh is cardiologist specializes in

the diagnosis and treatment of the heart

and blood vessels

it is allergist who specializes in

diagnosing and treating body reactions

resulting from unusual sensitivity to

food

medicine dust and other substances

ninth is pulmonologist who specializes

in diseases of the lungs and respiratory

tract

and the 10th is neurologist who

specializes in providing diagnosis and

surgical treatment of diseases of the

nervous system

eleventh is the gastroenterologist

who specializes in the diagnosis and

treatment of diseases in the

gastrointestinal system

12 is the geriatrician

it specializes in the care of elderly

and the diseases that affect them

third end is the surgeon

who specializes in performing surgical

operation in treating diseases

injuries and deformities

portent is the urologist who is

specializes in diseases and

abnormalities of gastrounary tract

and 15 is gynecologist who specializes

in the diseases and care

of the female reproductive organs

now let's proceed to the health services

provided by health professionals

number one feeding program for

elementary school children

number two

immunization for different diseases

intended for infants and children from

age two and above

number three prenatal check-up for

mothers and babies

fourth

free maternity clinic

fifth family planning program

six

healthcare facilities and seven

health insurance

let us emphasize the sixth and seventh

health services

provided by health professionals which

are health care and health insurance

health care facilities are places or

institutions that offer health services

these are the different types of health

care facilities

number one

first is hospital

it is an institution where people

undergo medical diagnosis care and

treatment in the philippines there are

two classifications of hospitals these

are general and specialty

general hospitals have completed medical

surgical and maternal care facilities

on the other hand specialty hospitals

handle a particular disease or condition

or deal with only one type of patient

second walk-in surgery center

it is a facility that offers surgery

without the patient being admitted in

the hospital

third health center

it is a facility that caters a specific

population with various health needs

and fourth

extended health care facility

a facility that provides treatment

nursing care and residential services to

patients often the elderly

while health insurance is a financial

agreement between an insurance company

and an individual or group for the

payment of health care costs

health insurance examples are

field health and private health care

plans

now let's proceed to quakery

quality is a form of a health fraud an

advertisement promotion or sale of

products and services that have not been

scientifically proven safe and effective

it is being operated by quack

a quack is a person

who dishonestly pretends to have medical

skills or knowledge

these are the characteristics of quakery

it is a big business

it multiplies and spreads fast

it is progressive

and lastly

it is claimed that it is for

incurable condition

these are the possible effects of

quakeri

first

taking a quack cure may delay or lose

the chance to be healed

second the person may experience placebo

effect that he or she improves for

natural reasons and not because of the

substance

that the clock provides

third

loss of money

fourth

giving false hopes to the sick person

and the family

fifth

the actual damage done to the individual

by using the fake products and services

and lastly

number six it make us overdose and over

medicines

there are three forms of quakeri these

are medical quality nutrition quality

and device quality

medical quakery includes cures

treatments and remedies

of various health conditions that are

drug less or bloodless in nature

while nutrition quality involves

promotion of food fats and other

nutritional practices that claim to be

all natural

these are believed to have beneficial

properties of multiple plants in one

product

and lastly device quality makes use of

miraculous gadgets such as dials gauges

electrodes magnets and blinkers

that are believed to cure certain health

conditions

and now let's proceed to the third sub

topic which is complementary and

alternative healthcare modalities

question

a herbal medicine for blood pressure

control

answer the jumbled letters

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if your answer is bawang then you got it

right

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another question

jenny went to buy a television but she

was not issued a receipt

is it a consumer right violation

yes or no

if your answer is yes then that's

correct

to continue let us define complementary

and alternative medicines

these are treatments that are applied

along with typical and accepted medical

treatments but are not considered

standard

there are four major domains of

complementary and alternative medicines

these are biology based practices

manipulative and body-based practices

energy medicine and mind-body medicine

biology based practices are taking

herbal medicine

another one is manipulative and body

based practices which are body

kinesthetic are concerned with movement

therapy another one is energy medicine

uses magnetic fields of biofuels and

mind-body medicine uses mental exercises

in belief that the brain is central to

the health

our emphasis for today is from the first

two major domains which are biology

based practices and manipulative and

body based practices

there are 10 herbs that are proven and

tested to have medicinal value and

approved by the department of health or

doh

first is acapulco

this is for ringworm and other skin

fungal infections

second is empalya for non-insulin

dependent diabetic

patients

third is bowen for blood pressure

control ford is lagundi for calf and

asthma

fifth is bayabas for use as antiseptic

to disinfect once

also for mouthwash or tooth decay and

gum infection

six is nyognogan for intestinal worms

particularly asgaris and retchina

seventh is pancit pancitan for arthritis

and gout

eighth is sambong for urinary stones 9th

is changgubat for mouthwash and lastly

yerba buena for relief from body aches

and pains

while these are the alternative

medicines approved by the department of

health

first is acupuncture

it is a form of energy medicine where

long thin needles are inserted to

specific parts of the body to affect the

energy flow

second is reflexology

similar to acupuncture reflexology

focuses on treating specific disorders

through massaging the palms of the hand

and souls of the fit

third is nutrition therapy

nutrition therapy

approaches treatment of a medical

condition by providing a tailored diet

for the patient

fourth is acupressure which uses the

same technique as that of acupuncture

but it does not use needles but hands to

apply pressure on certain points of the

body

and lastly

we have ventosa capping massage therapy

this procedure is done by placing

inverted glasses that have flames from

burning cotton on specific points in the

body it is believed to relieve muscle

and joint pains

and the last sub topic for today's

lesson

is consumer welfare and protection

question

enforces laws and regulations relating

to food

is it doh or department of health

is it be fed or bureau of foods and

drugs

or is it ddi

or department of trade and industry

if your answer is b5 then you got it

right

the consumer act of the philippines is a

law that protects the interests of the

consumer

promotes general welfare and establishes

standards of conduct of business and

industry

there are three national agencies that

concerns consumer health these are

bureau of voted drugs or bfat department

of health or doh and department of trade

industry or dti

bureau of food and drugs or bfud

functions are

serves as doh key regulatory agency and

implementer of the country's food

control system

ensures safe and good quality processed

foods

drug and cosmetics

regulates production

cell and traffic food

drug and cosmetics and protects the

health of the consumers and handles

consumer complaints

department of health or doh functions

are provides national policy direction

and develops national plans

technical standards and guidelines in

health

regulates all health services and

products

inspects establishments that dispense

food

adopts measures to ensure the quality of

meat

milk products cosmetics and other

consumer goods

and lastly

department of trade and industry or ddi

functions are

serves as the primary coordinative

promotive

facilitative and regulatory arm of the

government for the country's trade

industry and investment activities

ensures the quality and safety of

products

checks the warranty and price tags of

products

monitors advertisements and retail ways

in order to prevent any deception of

consumer and lastly guarantees consumer

welfare and protection

in addition there are three

international organizations that concern

consumer health

these are

international food protection institute

or ifpi

food and drug administration or fda and

who which is the most popular or the

world health organization

international food protection institute

or ifpi ensures food protection through

policies and practices for a safer

global food supply

food and drug administration or fda

protects and promotes public health

through control and supervision of food

safety

and lastly world health organization or

who who directs international health

within the united nations system and to

lead partners in global health responses

and for the last sub topic for today

let's familiarize the 8 consumer rights

right to safety

write to redress

write to basic needs

write representation

right to choose

write to consumer education

right to safety

and write to a healthy environment

and that's all for today grade 10

learners i hope that you have learned a

lot in terms of your personal choices of

products and services that you consume

or get from our community and also i

hope that you are familiarized with your

rights as consumers

thank you for watching and this has been

sir lester saying let's dream and make

it happen

that's all for today grade 10 learners

and see you all

on my next video

goodbye