title: Learning the language of health.
abstract: IN THE CURRENT healthcare climate, there is much emphasis on health promotion and public health, as patients are expected to engage in self care and take a more proactive role in maintaining their health.
authors.affiliation: In the faculty of health and human sciences at Thames Valley University, Slough.
authors.forename: Swaleh
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Toofany