HEALTH 10

QUARTER 1- WEEK 1-2

This module is designed to provide enough knowledge and information to help you and your fellow
students become healthier individuals, not only physically but in all dimension of health including mental,
emotional, social, and spiritual. These dimensions are essential in achieving optimum wellness.

Health can be a topic about individuals: your lifestyle, your diet, and your health condition. Health is also
a community issue when one talks about diseases, proper sanitation, waste management, and so on.

Explains the guidelines and criteria in the selection and evaluation of health information,
products and services. (H10CH-Ia-b-20)
Discussess the various forms of health service providers and healthcare plans. (H10CH-Ia-b-21)

At the end of this module, you are able to;

Understand the meaning of health information, health products, and health services;
Identify guidelines in the selection and evaluation of health commodities
Analyse the possible consequences of wrongful selection of health commodities; and
Demonstrate higher-order-thinking skills through proper evaluation of a health commodity.

Consumer Health

Matching type
Direction: Match column A with column B. Write your answer on your answer sheet.

____1.The facts and understanding that enable people to A. Consumer health

make wise choices in availing health products and
services.
B. Health services
____2. Someone who examines the health information in
products and services.
____3. Everything that is seen, read or heard in relation C. Health Information
with human and community health.
____4. Activities that are done to assess, maintain or
D. Health Consumer
improve the individual’s health can be considered as
health services.
___5.An ancient Chinese form of alternatives medicine in E. Ventosa
which local suction is created on the skin.
___6.An alternative medicine involving the physical act
F. Massage Therapy
of applying pressure to the feet, hand or ears with
specific thumb, finger and hand techniques without the
use of oil or lotion. G. Naturopathy
___7. A science-based tradition that promotes wellness by
identifying the unique aspects of patient.
H. Reflexology
___8. A manipulation of the soft tissues of the body for
the purpose of normalizing those tissues.
___9. The promotion of false and unproven health
production and services for a profit. I. Quackery
___10. The advertising, promotion, and sale of products
and services that have not been scientifically proven safe
J. Heath fraud
and effective.

K. Consumer Welfare

MOTIVATION
Directions: Write the brands of the grocery items that you would choose and indicate the reasons for your
choice.
Grocery Items Reasons
1.
2.
Food 3.
4.
5.
1.
Personal Care(Skin and 2.
Hair products) 3.
4.
5.

Follow up question:
1. What is your basis in buying health products?
2. How much do you know a product that you prefer to use or buy?
3. Why there is a need to examine the product that we will be buying?

In your textbook (Living with Music, Art, Physical Education and Health 10), read the additional discussion on
pages 305-309.

What is Consumer Health?

 It is not just about buying health products and services. It also involves knowing the facts and having a
deeper understanding that enables people to make wise choices.
 The three factors that are important to consider in consumer health; Health information, health products,
and health services.

Who is a health consumer?

A health consumer is someone who examines health information in products and services. The consumer is
the one who purchases and utilizes the goods and services.
What is health information?

 It is everything that is seen, read or heard in relation to human and community health.
 It can be a form of print media, electronic and digital media.
 Wise consumer needs to carefully evaluate health information.
(Knowing these information helps in choosing which can be trusted, which is fake, or which
advertisement is risky.)
 Can also save money and time, and safeguard the health of the consumers.

Sources of Trusted Health Sources of Risky Health Information

Information
 Medical and health  Outdated customs and practices without scientific
professionals (family and basis
school doctors, dentists, nurses,  Paid health advertisement on TV, and on the
health science educators) internet
 Government agencies like the  Claims based on hearsays, unreliable media,
Department of Health (DOH), testimonials, ignorance, and partiality
Food and Drug Administration  Personal options and incomplete information
(FDA)  Quack or pseudo healers
 Private and non-government  Superstitions
organizations endorsed by the
government to assist
consumers.
 Medical specialist referred by
doctors
 Health officials
 National voluntary agencies
like the Philippine National Red
Cross
 Reliable websites (Sites ending
in .gov, .edu, and .org)

What are health problems?

 Health products include medicines, medical equipment, and related devices.

Below are the following:

 1. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs- more than half a million of OTC health care products are available,
varying from mouth washes to pain relievers. Even some of the most beneficial OTC drugs can be
unsafe.

The following are the examples of the risks of using these drugs:
a. Pain relievers like aspirin and ibuprofen can harm the stomach lining and lead to ulcer, while
large dosages can cause kidney damage.

b. Acetaminophen, used for fever and pain reliever for children, if taken in heavy doses, cause
bleeding and liver pain. These pain relievers should not be taken on an empty stomach. They
must be taken with food and a glass of water to avoid irritation to the stomach lining.

c. prolonged use of nasal sprays that relieve congestion can cause blood vessels in nose to swell
and can worsen congestion. This is called the rebound effect. It can also result to bleeding and
loss of the sense of smell.

d. Frequent use of laxatives destroys flora in the intestinal tract, making constipation even worse.
Exercise and high-fiber diet are safer alternatives for promoting normal defecation.

2. 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.

a. Skin Care Products- OTC skin rejuvenators have never shown efficacy in changing skin properties.
Moisturizers prevent the skin from drying for only a limited period of time. Deodorants and
antiperspirants help control body odour but no product can prevents sweating in extremely hot weather or
during exercise. Sweating is the primary means of cooling the body. Regular washing is essential if the
bacteria and the other odor- causing substances are to be removed.

b. Hair Care Products- Several products are designed to remove hair like shaving. Tweezers used to
pluck unwanted hair may represent 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 appear.

c. Oral care- Oral products include toothpastes, mouthwashes and gargles. Water supply containing
fluoride also helps prevent dental cavities. It is unwise to purchase toothpaste with whiteners because
they contain abrasive elements that damage the teeth. Mouthwashes and gargles do little to eliminate bad
odour or threat a sore throat. Odours are carried from the intestines to the lungs and exhaled through the
mouth. Bad breath may be symptoms of infections, tumour or diabetes. Excessive use of mouthwash
can dry the mucous membranes, making the throat even more irritated.

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Here are some question to be asked and considered in buying health products and services.

What? 1. Is there a list of contents in the product

Content of the product. label? Are the contents clearly listed?
2. Is the information up-to-date?
3. Does it indicate the side effects?

Why? Is the information provided to promote or

Purpose of the health information. sell a health product?

Who? 1. Who is the source of the information?

Source of information 2. Is the source credible and trustworthy?
3. Is the source verifiable?

Feedback/Response 1. Does the source of health information

respond to comments and queries?
2. Do sources of information allow
customers to give comments and feedback?

What are health services?

 Activities that are done to assess, maintain, or, improve the individual’s health can be considered as
health services. These also include the diagnosis and the treatment of illnesses, injuries, or disabilities.

How is health services evaluated?

Evaluation of health services is an important element in the definition of an adequate and affordable
health care system. For a health care company, it is essential to understand how its consumers perceive
and value its product.

In evaluating health services, the consumers’ preferences may be measured in relation to these five
attributes, namely:

1. Location of service points; effectiveness of doctors, clinics and hospitals;

2. Promptness and kindness when caring for patients and family members;

3. Ease of access to the authorization forms for consultations;

4. Price

5. Diversity of available doctors, clinics and hospitals.

Activity1: Reflect on the answer you have in the following questions:

1. What should be your criteria in buying the food and personal care product?

2. What are the appropriate products that suits to your own-made criteria as to:

a. Food
b. Personal care

3. Were you convinced by TV commercials to buy a certain product? Why?

Rubrics Need Fair Strong Excellent

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health products that you usually buy and explain that criteria and guidelines in choosing that product.
Write your answer on your answer sheet.

Product Explanation
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Guide
Need Fair Strong Excellent
improvements (2) (3) (4)
(1)
Rubrics
1.Clear claim with Claim is unclear, Claim is clear, but Claim and Claim is clearly stated and
reason no clear reasons the reasons are reason are the reasons are strong.
are given. unclear, absent clearly stated.
and or
incomplete.
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Activity 3

Directions: Read the health information below. Write GO if the statement is scientifically true and proven, and
STOP if it is not.

1. Eat less meat. Feast on fish instead.

2.“Starving Yourself” can be effective for weight loss.
3. Avoid processed junk food. (Eat real food instead.)
4. Coffee can stunt childhood development.
5. Eating before bedtime makes you overweight.
1. Lift heavy things.
2. Take care of your relationships.
3. Avoid bright lights before sleep.
4. Minimize your sugar intake.
5. Deodorant can cause breast cancer.
Discuss the Questions:

1. Why are there misleading health information? Who spreads them?

2. Who are the right sources of health information?
3. Which source is perceived to provide the most reliable health information?
Why? What is the difference between reliable and unreliable health information,
products and services?

Health consumers are people who use health services, as well as their family and carers. This includes
people who have used a health service in the past or who could potentially use the service in the future.
Consumer health is a personal responsibility. A person must learn to acquire and develop knowledge and
skills to protect oneself from unscrupulous individuals preying in the ignorant.

It is important that you know what you are investing on and what you consume. You should not be rash
and reckless in making decisions like this.
Weigh your options carefully to come up with a calculated decision and minimize the risks especially on
your health

A. Evaluation of health information and health services. Direction: Put a check mark( ) if the following
medium is reliable source of health information and wrong( ) if it’s unreliable and explain why.

Source/s Reason/s
Internet
Interview with neighbors

Medical consultation with a

doctor in a good hospital.

Medical consultation with a

faith healer.

Books
Magazines
Information from
grandparents
 Guide
Need Fair Strong Excellent
improvements (2) (3) (4)
(1)
Rubrics
1.Clear claim with reason Claim is unclear, Claim is clear, but Claim and Claim is clearly
no clear reasons the reasons are reason are stated and the
are given. unclear, absent and clearly stated. reasons are
or incomplete. strong.
2.Mechanics(spelling ,gra Distracting Mechanical errors A few errors Mechanics
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mark) throughout do not distract editing
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organization. transitional Transitional transitional
language is language used. language used
needed. skillfully
throughout.

B. Modified True or False

Direction: Write T if the statement is true. If the statement is false, change the underline word or words to
make it true. Write your answer in the blank before each number.

____________1. A health consumer is someone who introduced health information in products and services.
____________2. Health information, beauty products and health services are all related in bringing consumer
health.
____________3. Unreliable media and testimonials are source of trusted health information.
____________4. Health service personnel are also sources of health information.
____________5.Evaluation of health services is an important element in the definition of an adequate and
affordable health care system.
____________6.Moisturizers prevents the skin from drying for unlimited period of time.
____________7.Dermatologist treats conditions of teeth.

____________8.The values and practices of patients and their families influence their understanding of the
concepts of health and illness.
____________9. Health information is everything that is seen, read, or heard in relation with human and
community health.
____________10. Psychiatrists treat diseases by surgery.