health education JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ˈhɛlθ ˌɛdʒʊˈkeɪʃən/ · health ed·u·ca·tion
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- The process of teaching people about healthy behaviors, disease prevention, and wellness. The school's health education program focused on teaching students about nutrition and exercise.
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- The field of study that deals with the promotion of health and wellness through education. She earned a degree in health education and now works as a health educator at a local hospital.
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- The information or knowledge gained through health education. The health education she received in school helped her make informed decisions about her diet and lifestyle.
Did you know? The first health education programs were established in the early 20th century, primarily in schools and communities, to address the growing concern of infectious diseases and poor health outcomes.