[A renewed framework for health education].

Abstract

According to the World Health Organization, health education is a process encompassing a range of activities that promote health awareness and responsibility, while strengthening the ability of individuals to make informed decisions about their personal, family and social well-being. Its aim is twofold: to provide people with the elements they need to protect and promote their individual health; and to equip them with the knowledge, skills and abilities they need to take an active part in health-related decisions as citizens.