The Role of Health Education in Preventing Chronic Diseases
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Health education is a critical element in the preventive medicine toolkit, particularly for chronic diseases, which pose a significant burden globally. Chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer are leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, significantly impacting public health and healthcare costs. This paper reviews the impact of health education programs on preventing chronic diseases and discusses the effectiveness of various educational strategies. The review will focus on the role of technology in enhancing health education, examine implementation obstacles, and highlight successful interventions based on recent studies. Additionally, the review will identify gaps in current research and provide recommendations for future studies, emphasising the need for culturally tailored and sustainable health education programs.
Author: Hurera Mouktar Maccido
Institution: Federal College of Education, Zaria
Language: English
Subfield: General Health Professions
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4402137171