Health Education in Saudi Arabia: Historical overview

Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J. 2016 Aug;16(3):e286-92. doi: 10.18295/squmj.2016.16.03.004. Epub 2016 Aug 19.

Abstract

This article provides a historical overview of the evolution of health education in Saudi Arabia. It outlines milestones in the development of the health education profession and traces the roles of various health sectors and their achievements in the health education field. Additionally, this review seeks to describe the status of health education professionals in Saudi Arabia.

Keywords: Government Agencies; Health Educators; Health Promotion; Healthcare Sector; History; Public Health; Saudi Arabia.

Publication types

  • Review