Publisher's Synopsis
A landmark in writing on health promotion in Australia, this is the first book to offer a comprehensive overview of the field. Drawing on current Australian and international research, the authors provide a detailed review of health promotion principles. They demonstrate how these principles fit into the broader public health context, and how they can be integrated into practice in a range of settings including the workplace, schools, rural communities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and health care organisations.
Health Promotion also includes a guide to program management in an Australian context from planning to evaluation, and extensive Australian case studies.
Health Promotion is an essential text for students and resource for health professionals in a range of fields including health promotion, public health, occupational health and safety and community health.
