Abstract
This article argues that multi-level and contextual approach, including evidence-informed approach with needs assessment, is needed for sustainable lifestyle change. Examples are given of older and newer whole of community approaches with health in all policies approach as well as on targeting those at increased risk of diabetes type 2. At their best, these approaches empower local people and creates ustainable community structures and policies for healthy life. The commentary further argues that this kind of needs-based and tailored interventions can be transferred across contexts and cultures. To enable this, we need to pay attention to the intervention context as well intervention process characteristics instead of focusing on the contents of the intervention.
Highlights
Publication History: This article argues that multi-level and contextual approach, including evidence-informed approach with needs assessment, is needed for sustainable lifestyle change
The North Karelia Project was the model for numerous society and community level programs
Diabetes type 2 is becoming a major health care burden; it is urgent to screen those at increased risk and provide them specially tailored programs
Summary
Health Promotion Challenges in Healthy Lifestyles: Can We Transfer Lessons Learned Across Contexts?.
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