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Health Improvement and Well-Being: Strategies for Action (Paperback, Ed)
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It is now widely acknowledged that there is more to health than
just the absence of illness. This book aims to widen the
perspective of health professionals to encompass the concept of
well-being across the lifespan. It has been written to introduce
students to the theory and practical application of health
improvement and well-being in the context of public health,
providing global as well as domestic perspectives on key concepts,
in particular: Social and health inequalitiesSocial
justicePolitical influencesCommissioning, funding and delivery of
services Each chapter defines and provides an outline of
theoretical perspectives relevant to each topic, allowing the
reader to critically evaluate the accepted wisdom in each of the
fields under discussion. Case studies illustrate local and global
perspectives and questions throughout the book encourage students
to think and reflect on the key points of each chapter and apply
theory to practice.With a delicate blend of theory and practice,
Health Improvement and Well-Being considers the key influences on
health improvement and the best ways to tackle them as a health
professional. This book is key reading for experienced and senior
public health professionals as well as masters level students
taking courses in public health, health improvement or health
promotion, or taking modules in health improvement as part of a
more general health science course.Contributors: Donna Hart, Moyra
Baldwin, Janine Talley and Allison Thorpe."A timely investigation
of key factors that impact on well-being. Sets out the national and
international policy context clearly and makes very good use of
case studies and wider evidence to consider effectiveness of
interventions. Thinking points and practical exercises encourage
the student to apply knowledge to practice throughout." Paul Reid,
Senior Lecturer, School of Health, University of Central
Lancashire, UK "This book provides a comprehensive perspective on
well-being within the context of health and health improvement both
within this country and internationally. I would recommend this
book as a key text for all students studying on the nursing,
midwifery, social work and allied health profession courses. The
chapters are structured well and provide a means for students to
explore key concepts. The use of case studies helps the reader to
appreciate the practical application of theoretical concepts and as
such it brings alive the real issues within the practice setting.
The structure and content is suitable for a wide range of academic
levels and professional groups, making it a key text for health and
social care professions." Patricia Livsey, Executive Dean, Faculty
of Health and Human Sciences, Plymouth University, UK "This book
would make an ideal resource for anyone working/managing in public
health arenas" Quote from Nursing Times, February 2016
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