Question 1

According to the WHO, which of the following refers to the activities that are necessary to "minimize vulnerability to acute public health events that endanger the collective health of populations"?

Accepted Answer

Health security refers to the activities necessary to minimize vulnerability to acute public health events that endanger the collective health of populations, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

Question 2

In January 2000, the U.N. Security Council recognized the catastrophic impact of what pandemic as a security issue?

Accepted Answer

In January 2000, the U.N. Security Council recognized the catastrophic impact of the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a security issue, marking the first time a health issue was addressed as a threat to global peace and security.

Question 3

In 2002, President George W. Bush released the National Security Strategy, which was heavily influenced by which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The National Security Strategy released by President George W. Bush in 2002 was heavily influenced by the 9/11 attacks, which significantly shaped U.S. foreign and domestic policy, emphasizing the need to combat terrorism and spread democracy.

Question 4

In 2009, Barack Obama became president and immediately had to face which evolving pandemic that emerged in North American, and issued a presidential directive on countering biological threats?

Accepted Answer

In 2009, Barack Obama faced the H1N1 influenza pandemic, also known as swine flu, which emerged in North America. He issued a presidential directive to enhance capabilities for countering biological threats, including pandemics.

Question 5

The global experience with which of the following and the actions taken to try to contain the disease as it spread throughout the world highlight our interconnectedness, as well as the challenges of global health governance?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

The health of a population, which can be affected by human behavior, disease, and natural and manmade threats, directly impacts the security of a nation.

Accepted Answer

The health of a population influences a nation's security by affecting economic stability, workforce productivity, and the capacity of a country to defend itself and manage crises, including those arising from both natural and manmade threats.

Question 7

An epidemic that begins in a single community can quickly evolve into a multinational health crisis that causes millions to suffer.

Accepted Answer

Epidemics can spread rapidly across communities and borders due to factors like global travel and trade, potentially evolving into pandemics that affect millions worldwide.

Question 8

A multisectoral approach is needed to effectively address health security and build the capacities to prevent, detect, and respond to biological threats around the world.

Accepted Answer

A multisectoral approach involves collaboration across various sectors and disciplines, including public health, animal health, environment, and security, which is essential for comprehensive health security and effectively managing biological threats.

Question 9

Due to important scientific, technological, and organizational accomplishments, most countries have achieved international core competencies for health security.

Accepted Answer

Despite advancements, many countries still struggle to achieve international core competencies for health security, facing challenges in areas such as disease surveillance, response capabilities, and health system resilience.

Question 10

Even today, troop exposure to diseases affects morbidity and mortality, which then impacts overall military readiness.

Accepted Answer

Diseases can significantly affect the health and operational capability of military personnel, leading to increased morbidity and mortality, which in turn impacts the readiness and effectiveness of military forces.

Quiz 3: Threats From Naturally Occurring Disease and Natural Disaster