Healthy People: The Surgeon General’s Report on Health Promotion & Disease Prevention [Paperback] U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare

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Paperback cover has some wear, fading, and some fraying at bottom which carries onto some of the pages. The pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-preserved copy of the Surgeon General’s 1979 report on health promotion and disease prevention offers a fascinating glimpse into the state of public health initiatives in the late 20th century. Authored by David A. Hamburg, a renowned psychologist and president of the Institute of Medicine, the report represents a pivotal shift in the government’s approach to healthcare, emphasizing preventive measures and individual responsibility. Collectors will appreciate this seminal work’s historical significance, as it laid the groundwork for modern wellness programs and sparked a nationwide conversation about lifestyle choices and their impact on health. Despite its age, the report’s insights remain relevant today, making it an invaluable resource for scholars studying the evolution of public health policy and a must-have for enthusiasts of medical history.