Ideas for action
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Common sense advice is given for the proper use of medicines, such as taking a medicine at the right time and in the prescribed amount. Children can be taught about the safe use of medicines through a puppet show. Patients should ask health professionals plenty of questions before using a medicine.
Publication Name: World Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0043-8502
Year: 1992
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Ideas for action
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Community health care participants need to know the demographics and attitudes of their community in order to be of help. The primary ages, occupations, incomes, family structures and causes of poor health should be investigated.
Publication Name: World Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0043-8502
Year: 1992
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Culture, health and the media
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Modern media and traditional modes of cultural and social expression can be used together to promote good health. Examples of how the media has influenced childhood immunization and breast-feeding in Brazil are described.
Publication Name: World Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0043-8502
Year: 1996
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