Preventive health, within the realm of evidence-based healthcare, is a proactive and strategic approach aimed at averting illness and promoting well-being. It involves the systematic use of evidence to identify risk factors, implement interventions, and encourage healthy behaviors.
In this model, evidence guides the development of screening programs, vaccination strategies, and lifestyle recommendations to prevent the onset of diseases. By leveraging data and research findings, preventive health measures are tailored to individual and community needs, optimizing the effectiveness of interventions.
Preventive health envisions a healthcare landscape where the emphasis is not solely on treating diseases but on empowering individuals to maintain good health. It exemplifies the transformative power of evidence in shifting the healthcare paradigm from reactive treatment to proactive health promotion.
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Title : PTSD and tools for nursing resilience
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Laura Hall, Colorado Mesa University, United States