Speaking Worksheet
Public Health Choices
Speaking Practice
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Discussion
Discuss the questions. Give reasons, compare options, and ask follow-up questions.
- When should health be a personal choice, and when should it become public policy?
- Are taxes on unhealthy products fair or unfair?
- How can public health campaigns avoid blaming individuals?
- What makes people trust or distrust official health advice?
- Should employers be involved in improving staff health?
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Collaborative Task
Work in pairs or groups. Agree on a practical decision and prepare reasons for it. Plan a public health campaign for young adults. Choose the message, platform, and tone.
- exercise
- sleep
- food choices
- stress
From my point of view...One advantage is...A possible drawback is...It depends on...I partly agree, but...Overall...
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Report and Challenge
Report your decision to another group. Answer one challenge question about your idea. Another group questions whether your campaign would change behaviour. Respond with specific examples.