Slogan
Slogan (medicine)
Slogan (pronunciation: /ˈsloʊɡən/) is a term that is not commonly used in the medical field. However, it can be related to health promotion and public health campaigns.
Etymology
The term "slogan" is derived from the Gaelic term "sluagh-ghairm", which means "battle cry". It was originally used in the context of warfare but has since evolved to refer to a memorable phrase used in advertising or promotion.
Definition
In the context of medicine, a slogan can be defined as a short, catchy phrase used in health promotion and public health campaigns to convey important health messages and encourage positive health behaviors.
Examples
Some examples of medical slogans include "An apple a day keeps the doctor away", promoting healthy eating, and "Don't drink and drive", discouraging drunk driving.
Related Terms
- Health Promotion: The process of enabling people to increase control over, and to improve, their health.
- Public Health: The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts of society.
- Health Campaign: A type of public health initiative aimed at promoting health or preventing disease.
- Health Behavior: Any behavior that affects a person's physical health or the risk of disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Slogan
- Wikipedia's article - Slogan
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