Principles and Practice of Health Promotion and Public Health: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by esteemed author Sally Robinson, this book brings together the essential disciplines and fields of study that underpin the crucial work of promoting health, providing a wealth of practical examples to illustrate key concepts.

Understanding Health Promotion and Public Health

The book begins by exploring the importance of understanding ourselves and our health, then delves into the core aspects of working in health promotion and public health, including epidemiology, research methods, and evidence-based practice.

Key Topics in Health Promotion and Public Health

• Health Psychology: Understanding human behavior and its impact on health
• Communicating Health: Effective strategies for conveying health information
• Health Education: Empowering individuals and communities to make informed health choices
• Health Promotion: Implementing initiatives to prevent disease and promote well-being
• Public Health: Protecting and improving the health of populations
• Health Protection: Preventing health hazards and promoting a safe environment
• Arts and Health: The powerful connection between creativity and well-being
• Tackling Major Health Issues: Addressing tobacco, alcohol, and drug use, as well as overweight and obesity
• Promoting Health in the Workplace: Creating healthy environments and policies
• Promoting Health within the National Health Service: Improving health outcomes through collaboration and innovation

This comprehensive book provides a global perspective, featuring international and UK-based examples to illustrate the core principles of health promotion and public health. By applying these principles, healthcare professionals can effectively prevent disease and promote health among individuals, communities, and populations worldwide.

As a companion to Priorities for Health Promotion and Public Health, published in 2021, this book is an essential resource for students, public health practitioners, and members of the wider public health workforce. It provides a solid foundation for those studying health promotion or public health, and serves as a valuable supplementary text for students of healthcare and social care.

Publisher: Taylor and Francis

Publication Date: December 30, 2022

Language: English

ISBN: 9780367423445, 9781000818703