Health Concepts: Definitions and Interactions

This lecture delves into the complex concepts of health, disease, morbidity, and the transitional dynamics of health in the context of development. It explores various definitions of health, the challenges in defining disease, the different perspectives on morbidity, and the interplay between health and development. The discussion extends to the evolving understanding of the environment and its impact on human health, emphasizing the need to consider social, cultural, economic, and political dimensions. The intricate relationship between health and development is examined, highlighting how health influences socio-economic progress and vice versa, ultimately underscoring the crucial link between population health and sustainable development.