Hernandez (health and kinesiology, Lamar U.) examines the underlying concepts and content in global community health promotion and education, its history, terminology, philosophy, theory, ethics, programs, resources, and practice settings, and the roles, responsibilities, and employment opportunities of health promotion practitioners. She also covers emerging and reemerging threats to global health, societal influences, cultural aspects, professional competencies and preparation, standards, technology, the role of professional associations and organizations, and health administrative skills, with an emphasis on health literacy, prevention, promotion, protection, access, enhancement, and maintenance. The text includes Certified Health Education Specialist competencies. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)