The politics of health promotion
Author | : Peter Triantafillou |
Publisher | : Manchester University Press |
Total Pages | : 237 |
Release | : 2018-06-28 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781526130853 |
ISBN-13 | : 1526130858 |
Rating | : 4/5 (53 Downloads) |
Download or read book The politics of health promotion written by Peter Triantafillou and published by Manchester University Press. This book was released on 2018-06-28 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the quest to promote the health and vigour of individuals and populations in Denmark and England. Based on a detailed account of obesity control and mental recovery programs, the book shows that these interventions are supported by a form of optimistic vitalism that seems to have no political limitations.