Health Promotion

Focus

Apart from the right of consumer to have a say in health services and decisions, there are a variety of practical advantages in being an active consumer and takeing part in community activities.

:: Greater Commitment by the community and consumers lead to better health care decisions.

:: Greater Participation Improves consumer and community awareness and understanding of health and illness issues.

:: Taking an active role in the community strengthens the voice of the consumer community.

:: The voice of disadvantage groups is strengthened.

:: Greater participation helps to utilise the skills of consumers and the community.

Health promotion is about making individuals and communities more aware of the importance of good health. This is why involving the community in decisions making about health care in Australia is important. List any additional benefits you can think of for involving the community in the health promotion process.