Definitions for health
hɛlθhealth

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:1.9 / 13 votes

1. health, wellnessnoun

   a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

   "physicians should be held responsible for the health of their patients"

2. healthnoun

   the general condition of body and mind

   "his delicate health"; "in poor health"

WiktionaryRate this definition:3.8 / 10 votes

1. healthnoun

   The state of being free from physical or psychological disease, illness, or malfunction; wellness.

2. healthnoun

   A state of well-being or balance, often physical but sometimes also mental and social; the overall level of function of an organism from the cellular (micro) level to the social (macro) level.

3. healthnoun

   Physical condition.

4. healthnoun

   Cure, remedy.

5. healthnoun

   A toast to prosperity.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. HEALTHnoun

   Etymology: from heel, Saxon.

   1. Freedom from bodily pain or sickness.

   Health is the faculty of performing all actions proper to a human body, in the most perfect manner. John Quincy.

   Our father is in good health, he is yet alive. Gen. xliii. 28.

   May be he is not well;
   Infirmity doth still neglect all office,
   Whereto our health is bound. William Shakespeare, King Lear.

   2. Welfare of mind; purity; goodness; principle of salvation.

   There is no health in us. Common Prayer.

   The best preservative to keep the mind in health, is the faithful admonition of a friend. Francis Bacon, Essay 28.

   3. Salvation spiritual and temporal.

   My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me, and art so far from my health, and from the words of my complaint? Ps.

   4. Wish of happiness in drinking.

   Come, love and health to all;
   I drink to th’ general joy of the whole table. William Shakespeare, Macbeth.

   He asked leave to begin two healths: the first was to the king’s mistress, and the second to his wife. James Howell.

   For peace at home, and for the publick wealth,
   I mean to crown a bowl to Cæsar’s health. John Dryden, Pers.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Health

   Health, according to the World Health Organization, is "a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity". A variety of definitions have been used for different purposes over time. Health can be promoted by encouraging healthful activities, such as regular physical exercise and adequate sleep, and by reducing or avoiding unhealthful activities or situations, such as smoking or excessive stress. Some factors affecting health are due to individual choices, such as whether to engage in a high-risk behavior, while others are due to structural causes, such as whether the society is arranged in a way that makes it easier or harder for people to get necessary healthcare services. Still, other factors are beyond both individual and group choices, such as genetic disorders.

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1. health

   Health can be generally defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. It encompasses various aspects, including the absence of illnesses or injuries, the ability to perform daily activities effectively, the presence of mental and emotional well-being, a positive state of social connections and relationships, and overall feelings of vitality and wellness.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:4.4 / 5 votes

1. Healthnoun

   the state of being hale, sound, or whole, in body, mind, or soul; especially, the state of being free from physical disease or pain

2. Healthnoun

   a wish of health and happiness, as in pledging a person in a toast

3. Etymology: [OE. helthe, AS. hl, fr. hl hale, sound, whole. See Whole.]

FreebaseRate this definition:3.2 / 9 votes

1. Health

   Health is the level of functional or metabolic efficiency of a living being. In humans, it is the general condition of a person's mind and body, usually meaning to be free from illness, injury or pain. The World Health Organization defined health in its broader sense in 1946 as "a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." Although this definition has been subject to controversy, in particular as lacking operational value and because of the problem created by use of the word "complete," it remains the most enduring. Other definitions have been proposed, among which a recent definition that correlates health and personal satisfaction. Classification systems such as the WHO Family of International Classifications, including the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health and the International Classification of Diseases, are commonly used to define and measure the components of health. Systematic activities to prevent or cure health problems and promote good health in humans are undertaken by health care providers. Applications with regard to animal health are covered by the veterinary sciences. The term "healthy" is also widely used in the context of many types of non-living organizations and their impacts for the benefit of humans, such as in the sense of healthy communities, healthy cities or healthy environments. In addition to health care interventions and a person's surroundings, a number of other factors are known to influence the health status of individuals, including their background, lifestyle, and economic and social conditions; these are referred to as "determinants of health."

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:3.5 / 2 votes

1. Health

   helth, n. wholeness or soundness of body: general state of the body, as in 'ill health,' 'good health,' soundness and vigour of mind: a toast, as 'to drink one's health'—to drink to the health of: (B.) salvation, or divine favour.—adj. Health′ful, full of or enjoying health: indicating health: wholesome: salutary.—adv. Health′fully.—n. Health′fulness.—adv. Health′ily.—n. Health′iness.—adj. Health′less, sickly, ailing.—ns. Health′lessness; Health′-resort′, a place to which people go for the good of their health.—adjs. Health′some (Shak.), healthy, wholesome; Health′y, in a state of good health: conducive to health: sound in body or mind: vigorous. [A.S. hælth—hál, whole.]

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:4.0 / 2 votes

1. Health

   The state of the organism when it functions optimally without evidence of disease.

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1. health

   Facts To Consider Before Visiting A Massage Clinic Massage therapy is one way for people in the metro to de-stress. And with the fast-paced environment, de-stressing is one of the must-dos of people in corporate America. This is the reason why in recent years, the number of massage therapy clinics in the metro tripled in number. The demand is growing like crazy as people are turning to this relaxant to save their stressed and tired muscles and spirits. Although every one can certainly go to massage therapy clinics and avail of their services, there will also be times when it is not a good idea to get themselves a massage. Here are some of the reasons why you should first forgo with the massage and just relax the old fashion way at home with hot water and a good book. 1. You don't have the budget It is good to de-stress once in a while but if you don't have the money to spare for one, don't do it. It will be ineffective anyways because you will be stressed over being broke. Having no money is the number one stressor for most people and for sure you are not immune to it. So instead of wasting your money on massage therapy clinics, be contented on just lying on the couch and enjoying a good book. Save your money until you have enough to splurge on one great massage on that hip massage therapy clinic that you have been dying to go to. That is one ultimate stress buster! 2. You just went the other day The body can take so much massage in one week. Be kind to your muscles and flesh by giving them a rest day. A respite from all that kneading and pounding will surely be welcome. Although there really is not recommended number of times that you can go to a massage therapy clinic, it is good to space out the visits to give your flesh a time to breathe and rest. A once or twice a week visit to the clinic is already good for most people. 3. You have a sprain If you sprained yourself in of those softball games or while fixing the roof at home, don't go to the massage therapy clinic for a cure. Go instead to your doctor and have him check your injury. That way, you can be sure that proper medical attention has been given to it. Remember that though people in massage therapy clinics are expert in massages, they are by no means an authority when it comes to sprains and injuries. In fact, they can even exacerbate the situation if they apply too much pressure on the problem area. That is why it is good to ask your doctor first if it is okay to go to a massage therapy clinic before you go. 4. Your last visit resulted to sore muscles Although sometimes a visit to the massage therapy clinic will hurt some of your muscles, sore muscles are entirely different. Sometimes, too strong pounding and too much kneading can hurt the muscles and bones. So be careful with the massage therapy that you avail of. If you are the type of person who easily bruises, opt for the softer or milder ones. If you had sore muscles from your previous visit, then it is safe to say that you need something milder than that. Chiropractor In London Cosmetic Surgeon In London Day Spa In London Dentists In London Health Club In London Health Food Shops In London Weight Loss In London Veterinary In London Service In London

Editors ContributionRate this definition:4.0 / 3 votes

1. health

   The act, fact, feeling, knowing and manifestation of accurate and complete functioning of an animal and persons body, brain, conscience, consciousness, memory, mind, spirit, soul and subconscious structures and systems and the optimum spiritual and social well-being and functioning of an animal and persons spirit, soul, subconscious, conscience and consciousness.

   The health of animals and people is important to our lives as it affects every facet of our lives and choice to live eternally on this beautiful, amazing planet.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on November 29, 2016  

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British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'health' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #347

2. Written Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'health' in Written Corpus Frequency: #561

3. Nouns Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'health' in Nouns Frequency: #124

How to pronounce health?

1. Alex

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   David

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   Mark

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   Daniel

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   Libby

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   Mia

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   Karen

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   Hayley

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   Priya

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   Neerja

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   Zira

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   Oliver

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   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of health in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of health in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of health in a Sentence

1. Izaak Walton:

   Look to your health; and if you have it, praise God and value it next to a good conscience; for health is the second blessing that money cannot buy; therefore value it, and be thankful for it.

2. Marcus Low:

   It leaves us with one less caregiver to be on assignment, and that leaves us short-staffed. Public health experts say testing delays present a major hurdle to reducing infections and tracking those who have been in close contact with a person who is positive for the virus. Thats why researchers are working to develop rapid tests that can be cheaply produced, self-administered and provide immediate, reliable results. For now, most tests to diagnose COVID-19 require laboratory processing, which means a built-in delay. Guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that states, as they lift final virus restrictions, have a turnaround time of less than two days. But its unclear whether states have access to detailed data showing whether they are meeting the CDC standard, including how long it takes to process tests at independent labs. Labs track their own turnaround times, but the CDC said data such as how long it takes for a test to get to a lab and for a provider to receive the result and notify the patient are not tracked. That makes it difficult to determine a meaningful average of what patients are experiencing in each state. In the absence of publicly available federal data, the AP earlier this month surveyed nine states that were experiencing a 14-day uptick in new positive cases, plus New York, which has had the most COVID-19 cases. The state lab in New York was taking up to three days to report results to patients. California officials said the statewide turnaround time was 48 to 72 hours, depending on the lab. In Utah, anecdotal information suggested that results took 24 to 72 hours. Most of the 10 states surveyed said they did not have data on turnaround times for commercial labs in their state, creating another information gap. Health experts said this was not unusual, that state health departments have not typically been responsible for tracking individual laboratory turnaround times. Its a good question of who should be responsible for tracking this information and providing it back to the public, said Kelly Wroblewski, director of infectious diseases with the Association of Public Health Laboratories. There are other factors that can cause delays, from the time of day the test is taken to whether a lab shuts down for the evening. Staffing issues and shortages of testing supplies also can slow the process. Even people visiting the same testing location can have widely different experiences. Earlier this month, Jeff Barnes, a music therapist in metro Atlanta, went to the same drive-thru testing location a week after his wife and two daughters. They were still waiting when he received his results the next day. Theirs wouldnt come for seven days. Barnes said he was concerned what a similar delay would mean if schools reopen in the fall. They are going to have to make it more efficient, Barnes said. If I knew (my daughter) was in a classroom with 20 kids and 10 of them had results pending, I dont know that I would send her. Until rapid tests are widely available, health experts say it will continue to take a day or two to get results under the best circumstances. That creates more opportunities for people who might be infected but feel fine to pass the virus along to others. In late April and May, the state lab in Alabama had trouble acquiring reagents, the chemical substances used to process tests. That led to intermittent delays in reporting results, up to five days from when the lab received the specimen, according to Dr. Karen Landers, assistant state health officer with the Alabama Department of Public Health. Those problems have since been resolved, and the lab now has a turnaround time between 24 and 72 hours from the time it receives samples. One of the largest commercial laboratories, Quest Diagnostics, recently reported its average turnaround time as one day for priority patients and two to three days for all other populations. The company said it expects increased demand to result in longer waits of more than thee days. Other countries face similar challenges. Wait times in China vary by city, from as little as one day in Shanghai to four days in Wuhan, where the virus first emerged. In Japan, tests usually yield results within two days. Mandatory tests, such as those at airports, often come out sooner, according to the health ministry. Results in India initially took around 24 hours. But as infections and testing increased, so did delays. Now results often take two to three days or as long as a week, depending on location. The nearly two-week wait in South Africa makes effective treatment nearly impossible.

3. The NYCLU:

   Today, New York State took a historic vote to protect women's rights and autonomy. The Reproductive Health Act recognizes reproductive health care as a fundamental right. The Reproductive Health Act takes abortion out of the criminal code and puts it where women's health belongs -- in the public health law. The Reproductive Health Act recognizes the range of medical professionals that women can turn to, expanding access to early care.

4. Mark Twain:

   There are people who strictly deprive themselves of each and every eatable, drinkable, and smokable which has in any way acquired a shady reputation. They pay this price for health. And health is all they get for it. How strange it is. It is like paying out your whole fortune for a cow that has gone dry.

5. Izaak Walton:

   Look to your health and if you have it, praise God and value it next to conscience for health is the second blessing that we mortals are capable of, a blessing money can't buy.

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