"This book focuses on health education-specific teaching practices. It presents core teaching practices situated within contemporary education practice and policy. It provides support for preservice and practicing health education teachers with short, to-the-point chapters, presenting strategies for preservice or new teachers as well as veteran instructors who may wish to change up their approach"--

The basis for this text book originally stemmed from my passion for developing better methods prevention of diseases and novel methods in treatment of various diseases. As the world moves into the digital age, generating vast amount of data and born digital content, there will be a greater need to access legacy material created with outdated technology. It is my passion to not only find out, but to develop tools to break down barriers of accessibility for future generation. In truth, I could not have achieved my current level of success without a strong support group. First of all, my parents, who supported me with love and understanding. And secondly, my committee members, each of whom has provided patient advice and guidance throughout the research process. Thank you all for your unwavering support. Health science is the branch of science focused on health. There are two main approaches to health science: the study and research of the body and health-related issues to understand how humans (and animals) function, and the application of that knowledge to improve health and to prevent and cure diseases and other physical and mental impairments. The science builds on many sub-fields, including biology, biochemistry, physics, epidemiology, pharmacology, medical sociology. Applied health sciences endeavor to better understand and improve human health through applications in areas such as health education, biomedical engineering, biotechnology and public health. Organized interventions to improve health based on the principles and procedures developed through the health sciences are provided by practitioners trained in medicine, nursing, nutrition, pharmacy, social work, psychology, occupational therapy, physical therapy and other health care professions. Clinical practitioners focus mainly on the health of individuals, while public health practitioners consider the overall health of communities and populations. Workplace wellness programs are increasingly being adopted by companies for their value in improving the health and well-being of their employees, as are school health services in order to improve the health and well-being of children.

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