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bill of health a certificate given to a ship captain in one port, stating whether there is any infectious disease in the port or aboard the ship at the time of departure, to be shown on entering the next port.
board of health a department of municipal, county, or state government that supervises public health and sanitation.
clean bill of health (informal) an affirmation of satisfactory condition, qualification, or the like.
health care the activity or field of maintaining health, including the prevention and treatment of disease and injury. [2 definitions]
health club a private club offering a variety of facilities, equipment, and instruction for physical exercise and fitness to a paid membership.
health food food believed to be esp. good for one's health, such as food that is organically grown and contains no chemical additives.
health spa a commercial establishment offering a variety of facilities, equipment, and instruction for physical exercise and fitness.
mental health the condition, or degree of health, of one's mind and emotions. [3 definitions]
National Health Service the British health service, largely financed by taxation, that provides free or inexpensive medical treatment. (abbr.:NHS)