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Sustainable development

Sustainable development: Sustainable development is defined as development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED 1987). It incorporates many elements, and all sectors, including the health sector, which must contribute to achieve it. Reference: Our common future: Report of the World Commission… Read More

Sustainable health promotion actions

Sustainable health promotion actions: Sustainable health promotion actions are those that can maintain their benefits for communities and populations beyond their initial stage of implementation. Sustainable actions can continue to be delivered within the limits of finances, expertise, infrastructure, natural resources and participation by stakeholders. Reference: New definition Achieving the changes in risk factors and… Read More