Health Promotion by R S Downie

Health Promotion by R S Downie

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"Health promotion" refers to a movement which stresses the social and economic aspects of health, rather than perceiving it as a purely medical issue. This inter-disciplinary book, written by authors from diverse academic backgrounds, analyzes the movement's aims, values and activities.

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Health Promotion by R S Downie

This new interdisciplinary volume provides in-depth coverage of the health promotion movement, noted for challenging the idea that health is just a medical issue, stressing instead its social and economic aspects, and portraying health as having a central place in human well-being. Readers will find full information on the movement's aims, practical activities, and ties with related fields of health care. The book features contributions from experts with widely diversified backgrounds, providing a uniquely comprehensive analysis of the movement and its special contribution. It will be invaluable for students of public health or community medicine, nurses involved in community work, and many others.
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ISBN 13 9780192617392
ISBN 10 0192617397
Title Health Promotion
Author R S Downie
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Oxford University Press
Year published 1990-03-01
Number of pages 200
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.