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culture and health  

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  • The maintenance of good health is a vital concern for people of all cultures. Despite the universal recognition of the importance of health, the conceptualization and strategies to achieve optimal health are culturally dependent, varying widely across cultural contexts. [Source: Encyclopedia of Applied Developmental Science; Culture and Health]

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