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According to the World Health Organization, health is defined as

The absence of disease and infirmity
Physical well-being only
Mental well-being only
Complete physical, mental, and social well-being (correct)

What can promote health?

Regular physical exercise and adequate sleep (correct)
Avoiding healthful activities
Smoking and excessive stress
Engaging in high-risk behaviors

What are some factors affecting health?

Structural causes only
Group choices and genetic disorders
Genetic disorders only
Individual choices and structural causes (correct)

How has the meaning of health evolved over time?

<p>It has become more comprehensive (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of society in promoting health?

<p>Society can make it easier or harder for people to get necessary healthcare services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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WHO definition of Health

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

What promotes health?

Activities or habits that contribute to or improve physical fitness and mental wellness.

Factors affecting health

Personal decisions and societal factors that can affect a person's health status, either positively or negatively.

Evolution of Health Meaning

The concept has broadened from a simple absence of disease to include multiple dimensions of well-being.

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Society's Role in Health

Society influences access to healthcare and resources, impacting individual health outcomes.