Closer to people's hearts
Article Abstract:
Successful health promotion must be based on the needs of the local community. It is a two way phenomenon and some of the traditional health practices and ways of communication should be restored. Herbal medicines, street theaters, puppet shows and the like can be viable forces in health education.
Publication Name: World Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0043-8502
Year: 1997
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Young people's lifestyles
Article Abstract:
Teen health promotion programs need the active participation of young people in order to succeed. A WHO program studied the health behavior of a group of Israeli teens. Problems such as excessive dieting by girls, and increased skin cancer, existed. Remedial strategies employed, are discussed.
Publication Name: World Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0043-8502
Year: 1997
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