2018
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-69627-0_99-1
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Health Education for Awareness and Behavioral Change and Influence

Abstract: Health literacy, health promotion, ecosystem approach to health, education for sustainability, social mobilization Definition Health education comprises all experiences that can inspire changes in behavior leading to improved health and well-being and also improves health literacy, ultimately leading to a more conscious, empowered and mobilized society (adapted from Nutbeam, 2000). Health, as recognized by the World Health Organization, is "…a state of physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the … Show more

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“…Although traditionally the main aim of health education was to communicate information to the public, nowadays, its modern campaigns are committed to "hear the individuals and communities on their health-related concerns and habits, and promote their skills to take control over health, ultimately leading to increased health literacy and individual and social empowerment and change". 35 The concept of health education is orientated on increasing health literacy and it is more common for professionals to focus on this health promotion concept. A high level of health literacy is very advisable to individuals and society.…”
Section: Health Education and Health Literacy As Core Hp Components I...mentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Although traditionally the main aim of health education was to communicate information to the public, nowadays, its modern campaigns are committed to "hear the individuals and communities on their health-related concerns and habits, and promote their skills to take control over health, ultimately leading to increased health literacy and individual and social empowerment and change". 35 The concept of health education is orientated on increasing health literacy and it is more common for professionals to focus on this health promotion concept. A high level of health literacy is very advisable to individuals and society.…”
Section: Health Education and Health Literacy As Core Hp Components I...mentioning
confidence: 99%