Nursing 1070A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: World Health Organization, Division Of Property, Gender Equality
6 Jun 2016
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A state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity (1974) Influenced by interactions between: genetics, psychology, social context, cultural context, spirituality. Major improvements in health due to: social changes, environmental changes, economic changes, smaller family sizes, better nutrition, healthier environments, greater emphasis on preventive care. Although biological factors provide the foundation for an individual to develop into a healthy person, the environment or conditions of a person"s life shape these biological factors. Grounded in belief of social justice and empowerment. You and your colleagues have formed a league of health professionals called the walkerton health organization (who). Your aim is to improve health of your community and the individuals within it. Your mission is to ensure that walkerton is one of the healthiest communities in the province. Identify key factors influencing the health of your community. Decide on three issues that will top your agenda.
