Wellness
A healthy balance of physical, emotional, intellectual, and social health
Disease
A poor state of health and wellness in various areas of your life
Acute Diseases
Diseases that occur and resolve quickly
Chronic Diseases
Diseases that occur for many years, even for a lifetime
Disorder
An abnormal physical or mental condition with no single, identifiable cause
Health Literacy
The ability to locate, interrupt, and apply information pertaining to your health
Lifelong Learning
A continuing pursuit of learning and studying that carries through your entire life; a key component of your ability to take charge of your own health
Decision-making Skills
Your ability to make choices about your health and wellness
Refusal Skills
Your ability to stand up to pressure and influences that hinder your progress toward wellness
Interpersonal Skills
Your ability to interact positively with those around you
Primary Care Physician
A regular doctor who provides checkups, screenings, treatment, and prescriptions
Specialist
Medical providers who are extensively trained in one or two areas of health; physicians may refer you to a specialist to seek specific treatments
Premium
A regular fee paid in exchange for insurance services
Deductible
The amount you pay for healthcare services each year before your insurance company begins to take on the cost
Generic Drug
A medication that can be made by many different companies; the costs less than brand-name medicines but may be just as effective