CONSUMER

HEALTH
PRESENTED BY: SIR JEEP
LESSON
OBJECTIVES
·Explains the guidelines and criteria in the
01 selection and evaluation of health
information, products and services.

explain the guidelines and criteria in the

02 selection and evaluation of health
information, products, and services

differentiate reliable and unreliable health

03 information, products, and services.
 Health services are programs we
All of us are consumers. We acquire
health information, purchase health avail from various providers such
products, and avail of health services as physicians, nurses, therapists,
to appraise, improve, and maintain health workers, hospitals, clinics,
our health. Health information is an and the government. Some
idea that we hear from people around examples of these health services
us, read from books and other printed are insurance, treatment and cure,
materials, or from the media that and complementary and
influence our health. Health products alternative medicine. In this light,
are items that we consume to improve we must all be educated
our well-being such as medicine, food, consumers.
clothes, furniture, electronics, etc. To
ensure consumer health, criteria, and
guidelines in selecting health
products/ services must be
considered. Various forms of providers
and plans must also be known to a
 WHAT IS
CONSUMER
· We all are because we are all users.
· We use goods and services every day.
· We need food, clothing and shelter.
· We travel on busses and trains, visit the doctors and
dentist, go to the library, or watch television. At home
we use energy in the form of gas, electricity, coal,
expect clean drinkable water from the tap.
CONSUMER- means a natural person who is a purchaser,
lessee, recipient or prospective purchaser, lesser or
recipient of consumer products, services or credit.
 SOME TIPS ON HOW TO BE A
WISE CONSUMER
Gather correct and sufficient
information–get as much information
by reading critically the details on the
nutritional quality of the food. Be
aware that being knowledgeable of the
laws will protect you as a consumer.
 SOME TIPS ON HOW TO BE A
WISE CONSUMER
Compare and contrast details of
available products – compare the
products and services available before
you purchase. Judge for yourself which
among the products are most effective.
You can use the questions in assessing
the health information as your initial
guide.
 SOME TIPS ON HOW TO BE A
WISE CONSUMER
Inquire for more and review if possible –
ask direct questions from sales
personnel if there are things about the
product that are not clear to you before
buying it. Clarifying things will make you
more confident as a consumer. You can
also get some information from other
consumers regarding the product.
WHAT IS
CONSUMER HEALTH?
Consumer Health refers to the decisions you make
about the purchase of product and use of health
information and services that will have direct effect on
your healthhealth has three components: health
Consumer
information, health products, and health
services. Health information plays a big role in
the life of individuals. It gives details that people
can use to make informed decisions about their
health and of others.
 HEALTH HEALTH
INFORMATION PRODUCTS
these refer to the data and Health Products are substances, materials or
facts about health products equipment's prepared or manufactured for
you to buy and use for the maintenance of
and services you can get from health and the treatment of diseases.
the media and people Example are food, drugs, cosmetics, devices,
including professionals and bilogicals, vaccines, in-vitro diagnostic
agencies reagents, and household/urban hazardous
substances and/or a combination of and/or a
derivative thereof (FDA Act, 2009). T
 RELIABLE UNRELIABLE
INFORMATION INFORMATION
-are licensed professionals are those from people who are not
who took up specialized and experts in this field
intensive studies in the field.
 RELIABLE
INFORMATION
a.) Friends,neighbors, relatives – they are
reliable sources because the information they
will give is true and who will not let us buy
products that may harm us.
b.) Professionals such as physicians, scientists,
teachers – they are reliable because their
information will be based on research and
studies
c.) Educational institutions – they are schools,
colleges or universities which will give us the
right information.
 RELIABLE
INFORMATION
D.) Media such as radio and television-
their information is screened first before
they are aired so they cannot give wrong
information.

e.) Print materials such as magazines,

journals, newspapers, books, pamphlets,
posters, etc. – their information is
screened and edited before they are
published.
 UNRELIABLE
INFORMATION
1. Outdated customs, practices, and
superstitions without scientific basis
2. Information based on ignorance
and prejudice
3. Commercialized health
information
4. Personal options and incomplete
information
HEALTH
SERVICES
Healthcare services refer to the furnishing of medicines, medical or
surgical treatments, nursing, hospital service, dental service,
optometric service, and complementary health services. These are
often connected to healthcare. These programs aim to appraise the
health conditions of individuals through screening and examinations,
cure and treat disorders, prevent and control the spread of diseases,
provide safety, emergency care, and first aid, and ensure a follow-up
program for individuals who have undergone treatments. Examples:
medical and dental consultation and treatment, services from beauty
parlors and barber shops, etc.
HEALTH
SERVICES
1. Evaluate which products and services will be
beneficial, harmful or useless.
2. Know the local laws and regulations that protect
consumers.
3. Locate dependable medical, dental and nursing
services.
4. Apply knowledge acquired with respect to
personal and environmental health in the purchase
of personal goods and services
HEALTH
SERVICES
Health Professionals. These
are individuals who are
licensed to practice medicine
and other allied health
programs and work in the
medical profession. Examples:
doctor, nurse, nutritionist, etc.
HEALTH
SERVICES
Healthcare Facilities – These
are places or institutions that
offer healthcare services.
Examples: hospitals, walk-in
surgery center, health center,
extended healthcare facility
HEALTHCARE
PLAN
One main reason to get insurance is to avoid going broke while
taking care of your health. Whether we like it or not our health
deteriorates the older we get, and even if you’re affluent
enough to a mass wealth that can afford you a hospital stay for
a year, that still isn’t a sound financial and retirement plan
(Adrian, et al., 2019). There are various types of health care
policies in the Philippines, each has its own way of delivering
their healthcare services. Despite their difference, each policy
can act as a good supplement to another
PHILHEALTH
Philippine Insurance Corporation
(PhilHealth) is a government-owned and
controlled corporation (GOCC) created
through Republic act 7875 also known as
the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act of
1995. It aims to provide health insurance
coverage for all Filipinos and ensure
affordable, acceptable, available, and
accessible health care services for all
citizens of the Philippines (Learner's
Material on the Philippine Health
HEALTH PRODUCTS
Health product include medicines, medical equipment, and
related devices.
Filipinos spend a lot of money each year on health
product on health products ranging from over-the-counter
(OTC) drugs to cosmetics. Health Products help relieve
symptoms, aid curing illness, and provide cosmetic effects.
Sadly, many of these are not needed, do not provide the
advertised effect, and may have the potential to harm our
health.
HEALTH PRODUCTS
a.Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs-
More than half a million of OTC
health care products are
available, varying from
mouthwashes to pain relievers.
Even some of the most beneficial
OTC drugs can be unsafe.
HEALTH PRODUCTS
a.Cosmetic Products- Many Health Care
products are intended for external use. Some
have little effect but due to advertising
campaigns and misconceptions, they are
extensively used by the public.
Skin Care Products- OTC skin rejuvenators
have never shown efficacy in changing skin
properties. Moisturizers prevent the skin from
drying for only limited period time.
Deodorants and anti-perspirants help control
body odor but no product can prevent
sweating in extremely hot weather or during
exercise. Sweating is the primary means of
HEALTH PRODUCTS
·Hair Care Products- Several products
are designed to removed hair, like
shaving. Tweezer used to pluck
unwanted hair might present some
danger of infection when adjacent skin
is not clean. Chemical products are
usually safe but there is always the
possibility of skin reactions, irritations,
and infections. A dermatologist should
be consulted whenever symptoms
 HEALTH PRODUCTS

Oral Care Product- Oral products

include toothpaste, mouthwashes, and
gargles. Water supply containing
fluoride also helps prevent dental
cavities. It is unwise to purchase
toothpaste with whiteners because it
contains abrasive elements that
damage the teeth.
WHAT ARE SOME WAYS TO BUY HEALTH PRODUCTS
AND SERVICES INTELLIGENTLY?

1.READ. Read the labels and

look for information
pertaining to the nutritional
quality of food. Read
carefully and critically
health-related
advertisements. Read the
local laws and regulations
that will protect you as a
WHAT ARE SOME WAYS TO BUY HEALTH PRODUCTS
AND SERVICES INTELLIGENTLY?

COMPARE. Compare the

products and services and
judge for yourself which
among the products are
useful, beneficial, and
effective. Buy generic drugs
when they are available
because they are also
effective and comparably
WHAT ARE SOME WAYS TO BUY HEALTH PRODUCTS
AND SERVICES INTELLIGENTLY?

1.INQUIRE. Ask direct

questions to sales personnel
if there are things about the
product that are not clear to
you before buying it.