Abstract

Most experts agree that education is an integral component of social justice and people should consider that social justice in health may depend on the social determinants of health. In a meta-analysis. The beneficial effect of education on reduction of all-cause adult deaths, has been reported. It is not clear, how education can provide benefits in reducing morbidity and mortality. Apart from general education, health education and motivation of the population, and learning as well as practice of health behavior are crucial. Prudent diet, moderate physical activity, moderation in alcohol intake, non-smoking, low mental stress, adequate sleep, as a public health policy at affordable cost are basic in the prevention of mortality due to CVDs and other chronic diseases. In this context the emphasis on mental and spiritual health, as part of culture, may be highly rewarding in the health education and motivation of the people on prevention of diseases and promotion of health.

Keywords

mortality, health behavior, adherence, diet, lifestyle