Health Sciences 1001A/B Chapter 1: Health Science 1001A - Chapter 1
26 Sep 2018
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Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. " who, 1948. Health is, therefore, seen as a resource for everyday life health is a positive concept emphasizing social and personal resources as well as physical capabilities. " who 1986. Health: the overall condition of body or mind and the presence of absence of illness or injury. Health is so much more than just the absence of disease someone can have disease but live life healthily with good wellness. Health can be affected by genes, age, healthcare systems etc. Wellness: optimal health and vitality encompassing all the dimensions of wellbeing. Enhanced wellness involves making decisions to control risk factors that contribute to disease/ injury. Ability to live life fully, with meaning and vitality. Largely determines by the decisions you make about how you live your life. Not a static goal but a dynamic process of change and growth.
