Health promotion is an indirect way of improving public health. Health protection involves direct action to curb the growth and
spread of diseases. Which of the following activities is an example of health promotion? A. banning smoking in public places
B. educating people about substance abuse
C. testing food products before they are sold
The correct answer is B. "Educating people about substance abuse." This
is because Health promotion must be an indirect attempt to influence
public health. Bans on smoking and testing food products both directly
impact public health by controlling what people can do or consume.
Education is indirect, as it lets people know about the topic, in this
case substance abuse, but ultimately leaves the direct action in the
hands of the individuals.
