The Role of Public Health in Promoting Health Programs

Kato Jumba K.

Faculty of Science and Technology Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

Public health plays an important role in promoting health programs by addressing social determinants of health, preventing disease, and enhancing community well-being. Unlike clinical medicine, which focuses on individual treatment, public health targets population-level interventions to create environments that support health-promoting behaviors. Key strategies include education, media campaigns, advocacy, policy change, and community engagement. However, challenges such as financial constraints, public perception, and systemic barriers can hinder program effectiveness. This paper examines the importance of public health, strategies for promoting health programs, and case studies demonstrating success, ultimately reinforcing the significance of cross-sectoral collaboration in addressing global health challenges.

Keywords: Public Health, Health Promotion, Disease Prevention, Social Determinants of Health, Health Education.

CITE AS: Kato Jumba K. (2024). The Role of Public Health in Promoting Health Programs. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC AND EXPERIMENTAL SCIENCES 4(2):41-44. https://doi.org/10.59298/RIJSES/2024/424144