HMB203H1 Midterm: HMB203 Midterm Review
27 Oct 2012
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Health: a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Public health: the art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting physical health and mental health and efficiency through organized community. Global health: area for study, research, and practice that places a priority on improving health and achieving equity in health for all people worldwide. Income and social status - higher income and social status are linked to better health. The greater the gap between the richest and poorest people, the greater the differences in health. Education low education levels are linked with poor health, more stress and lower self- confidence. Physical environment safe water and clean air, healthy workplaces, safe houses, communities and roads all contribute to good health. Employment and working conditions people in employment are healthier, particularly those who have more control over their working conditions.
