Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - SHS 1
Health and Wellness
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Health and Wellness
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Subject: Physical Education Health Core
Class: SHS 1
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 5
Grade code: 1.1.5.LI.3
Strand code: 1
Sub-strand code: 5
Content standard code: 1.1.3.CS.1
Indicator code: 1.1.5.LI.3
Theme: Physical Activity and Health
Subtheme: Health and Wellness
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This lesson introduces the concept of "Determinants of Health." We will explore the many interconnected factors that influence our health, moving beyond the simple idea that health is just about not being sick. Understanding these factors is crucial for us as Ghanaians because it helps us see why some people and communities are healthier than others. It explains why a person living in a clean environment with a good job might have better health than someone in a deprived area. This knowledge empowers us to make better personal choices and understand the importance of community and national policies in promoting well-being for everyone in Ghana.
This section breaks down the core content for the lesson. A. What are "Determinants of Health"?
Think of your health like a pot of soup. Many different ingredients are needed to make the soup taste good and be nutritious. If you use fresh vegetables, good spices, and clean water, you will likely get a healthy, delicious soup. But if you use stale ingredients, dirty water, or too much salt, the soup will be bad for you.
Definition: The Determinants of Health are the wide range of personal, social, economic, and environmental factors that act like the "ingredients" for our health. They are the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age that influence their health status.
It's not just about seeing a doctor when you are sick. It's about everything around you that keeps you well or makes you ill. B. Major Categories of Health Determinants