Deck 11: Evidence-Based Public Health

Question 1

What is meant by the term evidence-based public health?

Answer 1

Evidence-based public health (EBPH) is the process of integrating science-based interventions with community preferences to improve the health of populations. It involves a combination of scientific evidence, values, resources, and context in public health decision making.

Question 2

What are the six key characteristics of evidence-based decision making?

Answer 2

-Decisions are based on the best available (scientific) evidence.
-Data and information systems are used.
-Systematic program planning approaches are used.
-Community engagement occurs.
-Sound evaluation principles (and practices) are followed.
-Results are disseminated to others (stakeholders) who need to know.

Question 3

List the components of the seven-stage framework for EBPH.

Answer 3

-Community assessment
-Quantifying the issue or problem
-Developing an initial statement of the issue or problem
-Determining what is known about the issue through the scientific literature
-Developing and prioritizing program options
-Developing an action plan and implementing interventions
-Evaluating the program or policy