China has moved from condemning sex education, on political grounds, to according it high national priority. This article gives a brief overview of the history of sex education in China from 1949 to 1988, outlines reasons for the many changes, and lists various texts that have been used. (Author/IAH)

Cognitive orientation to uncertainty, a recently developed social-psychological construct, may be particularly useful in achieving a better understanding of information acquisition as a prelude to personal health decision making. (IAH)

Lyme disease may be one of the most commonly misdiagnosed diseases of this decade. Health educators should be knowledgeable about this new disease and be able to share with the public information about prevention, early signs and symptoms, and treatment of the disease (Author/IAH)

This article provides a select review of the literature regarding AIDS-related knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs among secondary and postsecondary students. Recommendations for developing AIDS education curricula and programs are provided. (IAH)

Emphasizing cardiovascular fitness may be a barrier to mobilizing the sedentary individual. Instead, encouraging low-level physical activity may be an effective first step. Beliefs held toward cardiovascular fitness are presented, and ways in which these beliefs may present barriers to adoption of any level of physical activity are discussed. (IAH)