What should we do in China to close the implementation gap in health promotion? A response to the WHO’s Nairobi Call to Action

Abstract

In response to the WHO’s Nairobi Call to Action, the paper presents results of a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) of current health promotion activities in China, and makes recommendations for putting into practice the Call to Action, based on China’s reality and culture.

Keywords

China health promotion SWOT WHO Nairobi Call

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