In a long-term health intervention campaign, researchers tested the proposition that consistency among people's knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors is contingent on high levels of involvement with a given subject. (DF)

A committee of parents and school personnel used Oregon Title IV-C curriculum guidelines to develop a "Health Skills for Life" program that was used in Oregon schools. Curriculum components included student goal structure, classroom level changes in methods and materials, assessment procedures and instruments, and school district-level…

This journal issue contains the fourth edition of "Recommended Standards and Practices for a College Health Program." Subdivisions include: (1) health programs: services and activities; (2) supporting services; (3) financing; (4) facilities; (5) ethical and professional relationships; (6) communications; and (7) health personnel: qualifications,…

Childhood and adolescent obesity rates have reached epidemic proportions in the United States and are growing. The sedentary routines found in schools and in the home as well as the overexposure to unhealthy snacks and nonnutritional foods contribute to the pervasiveness of this disease that afflicts America's children. Obese children face…

This paper reviews the literature related to wellness. Wellness is reviewed in terms of definitions, theoretical perspectives, and research approaches. The definitions of wellness by six theorists are outlined. Regardless of definition chosen, today's conception of wellness has been fostered by disillusion with traditional medicine and the growing…

Between 1999 and 2000, 7 British Columbia communities participated as demonstration sites for suicide prevention initiatives. The goal was to identify planning and communication requirements, local leadership characteristics, community level partnerships, and infrastructure needs that best facilitate a comprehensive and community-wide approach to…

Considers the need for Black persons as health care professionals and the roles that two year colleges and their personnel must play. (Author/RK)

Considers the status of student health service programs and the types of health problems evident on community college campuses. (Author/RK)

Casts doubts on the current belief that poverty leads to less medical care, and results in diminished health. Holds that level of education is a causal factor in individual health status and medical care utilization; the observed correlation between income and medical deprivation appears to be a consequence of education's relationship with both…

Pre and post testing indicate value of health instruction by experienced school nurses, particularly to younger disadvantaged children. Suggests teaching internship for new nurses to reinforce their background for improved functioning in school. (CJ)

The author gives clues to identify children with hearing problems. (MF)

The authors believe that the classroom teacher should become the focus of case finding, and that the child's behavior and functioning should become the primary indicators of his health. Physical examinations could be used as diagnostic tests rather than screening tests. (Author)

Joint planning by school and community is necessary for delivery of effective services. The school system must provide a healthful environment, an adequate school health service, and a comprehensive health education program. (Author/CJ)

Presented at Workshop on Drug Education, University of Wisconsin, Madison, 1970. (Author)