Health Promotion And Public Well-Being: Health Education, Disease Prevention, and Community-Based Health Services
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Health Promotion, Public Well-Being, Health Education, Disease Prevention, Community-Based Health Services.Abstract
Health promotion is increasingly recognized as a key strategy for enhancing public well-being in complex social and health environments. This article examines the interrelated roles of health education, disease prevention, and community-based health services in shaping population health outcomes. Drawing on a synthesis of contemporary empirical and theoretical literature, the study explores how health education strengthens health literacy and influences health-related behaviors across diverse communities. It further analyzes community-based disease prevention mechanisms that operationalize preventive care through locally embedded services, trusted institutions, and frontline health workers. The findings highlight that community-centered approaches improve service accessibility, continuity of care, and equity, particularly among vulnerable and marginalized populations. Beyond disease reduction, health promotion initiatives are shown to generate broader well-being outcomes, including improved mental health, social participation, functional independence, and community resilience. The article concludes that integrating health education with community-based preventive services is essential for achieving sustainable public well-being. Strengthening cross-sector collaboration and aligning health promotion with social determinants of health are critical to maximizing long-term population health gains.
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