Haber, David (ed.) (2009) Health Promotion and Aging: Practical Applications for Health Professionals, 5 ^th edition. New York: Springer.

The fifth edition of David Haber’s comprehensive text remains an authoritative guide to the major issues confronting the aging population in the twenty-first century.  As in previous editions, Dr. Haber has presented us with an ecologic text that provides health professionals with an overview of current research findings, societal issues, and practical, integrative approaches to health promotion in the aging community. The author provides an updated and expanded review of an array of topics including an overview of clinical preventive services, facilitators and barriers to physical activity, complementary and alternative medicine, an extensive discussion of nutrition and obesity, and the multiple concerns of a culturally diverse, aging society. Controversial issues are raised and are strategically placed to engender discussion.  Key Terms and Learning Objectives at the beginning of each chapter add to its value as a text for students in health promotion and gerontology. Included also are a practical assortment of resource guides, assessment, and health promotion tools. In summary, Health Promotion and Aging continues to be a valuable resource for both students and public health professionals.

L. Carson Henderson, RN, PhD, MPH

Department of Health Promotion Sciences College of Public Health
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center