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Section A (Concepts and Principles of Health Promotion)
1. Discuss the implications of the four commitments outlined in the Bangkok Charter for Health Promotion (WHO, 2005) for the development of health promotion in Ireland.
2. " There is a substantial body of knowledge of effective health promotion interventions that meets internationally recognised standards, but it is not routinely used" (IUHPE, 2007). Discuss this statement, considering how the evidence could be translated into health promotion policy and practice.
Section B (Policy)
3. Members of the Travelling community in Ireland experience poorer health than settled people. Identify and discuss what policy actions might be required to improve their health.
4. Critically appraise the role of interest groups, the media and research in the policy making process. Support your answer with examples.
Section C (Community Development)
5. Discuss the challenges and opportunities inherent in adopting a community development approach to health promotion.
6. "Community development can be considered both a method and a philosophy for health promotion" (Hargreaves & Twine, 2006). Discuss.