The concepts of health education and promotion-individual and organizational changes

Abstract

The distinguishing characteristics of the definitions of health promotion and health education are here examined. Two different planning frameworks, the PRECEDE-PROCEDE and the HELPSAM models are introduced. Solutions can be directed in two major directions are discussed: individual changes and organizational changes. It is therefore, important for specialists to have an in- depth knowledge of the areas of viable intervention and to understand their functions and role in public health practice.