Health

The condition in which a person, community, or living system can function and thrive.

Reach for it when talking about well-being as more than the absence of obvious illness

Secure housing made a measurable difference to the children's health.

• everyday

  fitness

  physical capacity for activity is the central measure

  not when A fit person may still have significant health needs unrelated to exercise.

• everyday

  wellness

  positive habits and self-care are the intended frame

  not when Wellness is often commercialized and can sound vague in clinical discussion.

• warm

  vitality

  energy and liveliness are the visible signs to praise

  not when Vitality captures vigor, not quiet health or stable management of illness.

• professional

  well-being

  physical, mental, and social welfare belong together

  not when Well-being is broad and may include happiness or prosperity beyond health.

• formal

  soundness

  reliable condition and freedom from defect matter

  not when Mechanical overtones make soundness awkward for several aspects of human well-being.

• formal

  welfare

  conditions that protect a population's basic well-being are at issue

  not when Welfare concerns circumstances and support, not health alone.

• illness
• disease
• infirmity

• good health

  Regular movement and companionship helped her remain in good health.

• public health

  The clean-water project became a lasting public health success.

• mental health

  Flexible hours gave staff more room to protect their mental health.