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 The World Health Organisation defines Wellness as: "A state of complete physical, mental and social well being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." This definition has paved the way for the broader concept of wellness and a more holistic approach to health care, in which many dimensions of our lives are considered. 
Wellness encompasses a number of these dimensions, including:
Encouraging wellness is about encouraging the balance between these dimensions. How does Wellness help? As patients with a life threatening illness face the consequences of that illness, they often express a need to balance the medical facets of their care with spiritual and emotional aspects in order to better cope with the disease. Patients involved in wellness programs learn new skills that help them to regain control of their lives, reduce feelings of isolation and restore hope, regardless of the stage of their disease. They become active participants in the journey of their illness. |
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