Robinson, S. (Ed.). (2023) Principles and practice of health promotion and public health. Routledge. https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=sso&db=nlebk&AN=3469479&site=eds-live&scope=site&custid=natuniv
Chapter 7 Health education
Chapter covers the history and evolution of health education, from coercion and propaganda to modern models like preventive, educational, and empowerment approaches. It highlights the importance of understanding power dynamics and the role of education in promoting public health. This is crucial for public health students to design effective, ethical health promotion strategies, in a historically and contextually informed manner.
Thompson, S. R. (2023). The essential guide to public health and health promotion (2nd ed.). Routledge. https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=sso&db=nlebk&AN=3623454&site=eds-live&scope=site&custid=natuniv
Chapter 6 Health Education and Information
This chapter discusses the importance of health education, health literacy, and the effectiveness of various health promotion strategies. It highlights the need for clear, accessible information and the role of social marketing and digital tools in influencing health behaviors. This chapter is useful for public health students as it provides insights into effective communication strategies and the ethical considerations in health promotion.
