Research Article: Exploring the conceptual framework of a health-promotion faculty from the perspective of members: a qualitative study
Abstract:
Objectives Understanding the concepts and structures of health promotion in the faculty from the perspective of its members. Study design Qualitative study. Settings Faculties of Medical Sciences University. Participants A sample of four main groups in the faculty (students, faculty members, staff and managers) were purposively sampled for demographic characteristics and their views on the concepts of health promotion. Methods A descriptive qualitative study using thematic analysis of content was conducted. Data were obtained using semistructured interviews and then analysed thematically. MAXQDA V.10 software was used to organise and code the imported interview transcripts. Results Three main categories of management policy, environmental structure and executive strategies were identified as health-promotion structures in the faculty based on the views of the interviewees. Conclusion The inclusion of a health-promotion approach in university policies requires administrators’ commitment to health promotion and the participation of all members and partners inside and outside the faculty to identify health needs and engagement in programmes.
Introduction:
Universities are characterised by a privileged and unique position that can help foster the health and well-being of students, staff and ultimately society through its policies and practices. 1 The health-promoting university (HPU) concept encourages universities to incorporate health into the university culture, processes and policies to promote the health of the university community. 2 Such a setting seeks to actively and incessantly integrate health promotion into the lifestyle and academic environment and…
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