specific tools and strategies to maintain your health
health skills
Someone who purchases or uses health products or services
health consumer
Goals
something you want to accomplish
Identify the 2 types of goals
short term and long term
idea's beliefs and attitudes about what is important to you
values
A company’s or a store’s written agreement to repair a product or refund your money if the product doesn’t function properly
warranty
Action Plan
a strategy to achieve your goal
How does advertising influence your decision to buy a health product
it makes you want to buy the advertised product because you thing it is better
media designed to interest consumers
advertising
People or groups whose sole purpose is to take on regional, national, and even international consumer issues
consumer advocates
Advocacy
influencing others to adress a health related concern
What are some things you should do when a purchased product is faulty and does not work
After you open the product, save the packaging, receipt,and warranty.
the sale of worthless faulty health products
health fraud
Judging the benefits of different products by comparing several factors,such as quality, features, and cost
comparison shopping
Stress
the reaction of the body to everyday challenges and demands
how can you prevent health fraud happening to you
read the label on the product
conflict resolution
Failure by a health professional to meet accepted standards
Decision-Making-Skills
steps that enable you to make a healthy decision
Why is the ability to find valid health info an important tool for your health
so you can stay healthy and to prevent taking the wrong medicine