The concept of health literacy

Health literacy refers to the ability of individuals to obtain and understand health information and use it to maintain and promote their own health. The evaluation index of residents' health literacy is included in the national health development plan as an evaluation index that comprehensively reflects the national health development. Citizen's health literacy includes three aspects: basic knowledge and ideas, healthy lifestyle and behavior, and basic skills.

According to the data released by the National Health and Family Planning Commission at the health data conference, the national residents' health literacy level is only 9.48%, that is, the proportion of the population who have obtained and understood basic health information and services and used them to make correct decisions is 9.48%.

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The meaning of modern health is not just the traditional saying that the body is not sick. According to the World Health Organization, health not only refers to whether a person has disease or weakness, but also refers to a person's physical, psychological and social integrity, which is a relatively complete scientific concept of health in modern times.

The meaning of modern health is diverse and extensive, including physical, psychological and social adaptability, among which social adaptability ultimately depends on physical and psychological qualities. Mental health is the spiritual pillar of physical health, and physical health is the material basis of mental health. A good emotional state can make the physiological function in the best state, otherwise it will reduce or destroy some functions and cause diseases.

Changes in physical condition may bring corresponding psychological problems. Physical defects and diseases, especially chronic diseases, often lead people to worry, anxiety, anxiety, depression and other negative emotions, leading to various abnormal psychological States. As the unity of body and mind, body and mind are interdependent.

Four cornerstones of keeping healthy: balanced diet, moderate exercise, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol. Mental health.

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