The right to needed health care is a practical, implementable concept, but it must be balanced by an equal emphasis on the responsibility of individuals for maintaining good health habits. (MJB)

A low cost needs assessment model was developed to guide the health education-risk reduction programming of a lifestyle inventories project in Florida. The five-step model is discussed. (DF)

The hospice philosophy seeks to meet the needs of dying patients and their families. These needs include: effective control of pain; to be loved and to alleviate loneliness; to retain dignity and maintain control of as many aspects of life as possible; and to help the family be supportive and adapt to their inevitable loss. (JMF)

A model smoking cessation clinic for students is described. (MM)

A study examined the extent of usage regarding caffeinated and non-caffeinated beverages, perceptions individuals have involving these beverages, and differences between those people who choose caffeinated versus non-caffeinated beverages. Attitude and life-style differences were observed between those who drank caffeinated drinks and those who…

The health education needs of developing nations are different from those of developed nations; therefore, specific assignments in health education programs should be geared to the needs of foreign students planning to return to their home countries upon graduation. (MM)

The Health Interests and Practices (HIP) Framework was developed to delineate a health education program from the target population's perspective. This framework can be used in various health education settings and applied in a range of health needs assessment to determine the focus of health education programs. (CB)

Assessment of the Montgomery County (Maryland) preschool health roundup indicated that this standardized screening program is cost-effective for early identification of preschool children who will need health and/or educational intervention to achieve their maximum potential. (MJB)

Established public and medical policies continue to focus on and support the health needs and diseases of the rich, while for Americans on the lower socioeconomic rungs, prevention is a myth, or at best something one does for oneself that doctors sanction. (MJB)

The planning cycle for health program goals and objectives involves determining needs and establishing, implementing, and evaluating goals. Necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities of health planners are delineated. (CJ)

The therapeutic use of animals with specific populations has gained increased attention and interest. Pet placement in special settings such as prisons, mental institutions and hospices have shown beneficial results. Development of a pet visitation program requires specific planning and organization. (JD)

Although the terms "personal health" and "medical care" are used interchangeably, they have different meanings. Health is a personal responsibility, medicine is a drug given as a form of treatment. A new definition of health is suggested that treats health as a dynamic status. (DF)

Americans must learn to consider good health as a total life-style concept that demands continuous and active participation of all individuals. (LH)

Studies of a population's health attitudes, knowledge, perceived needs, and resources can be used to establish the need for scientifically sound health education, as illustrated in this Appalachian case study. (MB)

Convincing industry to adopt health promotion programs presents problems not generally encountered in the public sector. This article describes a marketing approach for organizations and individuals planning to "sell" health promotion to private firms. (PP)