Core Concepts In Health - 2026 Release

New Chapter: Contraception and Abortion. Chapter 13 is a new standalone chapter reflecting the critical importance of accurate, evidence-based information about contraception and abortion for students.

Spotting Misinformation boxes. The Spotting Misinformation boxes peel back the layers around current health topics and provide students with critical thinking tools to navigate today's complex health information landscape. These focused boxes examine misunderstood topics by presenting current research, evidence, and resolution strategies on dealing with mis- and disinformation.

Current Research. Every chapter of the Canadian 2026 Release has been updated to include relevant references to areas that may be affected by COVID-19. In addition, Canadian examples, references, data and statistics have been updated throughout.

AI Reader. Encourage discovery and boost understanding with AI Reader. Designed to facilitate active reading, AI Reader within McGraw Hill Connect provides students with AI tools to enhance their comprehension, retention, and critical thinking. Students can use AI Reader within the Connect eBook and/or SmartBook to highlight words or sections to see different explanations, create quiz-questions for self-study, copy helpful explanations to their notes, and follow citations to find the original context of the AI-generated explanation.

Evergreen™. Content and technology are ever-changing, and it is important that you can keep your course up to date with the latest content and assessments. That’s why we want to deliver the most current and relevant content for your course, hassle-free. McGraw Hill uses an Evergreen delivery model, which is a product delivery model and experience that provides customers with the most relevant and updated content, tools, and accessibility. Engage students and freshen up assignments with up-to-date coverage of select topics and new questions, all without having to switch editions or build a new course. 

A Trusted Leader. Core Concepts in Health has maintained its leadership position in the field of personal health education for almost 50 years. Since Insel and Roth pioneered the concept of self-responsibility for personal health in 1976, millions of students have learned to become active, informed participants in their own health care. This history of excellence motivated the creation of the Canadian edition, which has been used by over?25,000 students in colleges and universities across Canada.? 

Canadian Focus. Core Concepts in Health brings current, scientifically based, and accurate information to students about topics and issues that concern Canadians.? ?

Relevancy. Irwin/Insel provides content that’s relevant for students. It offers information within a Canadian context so students can understand how the material applies to their own lives. The information is current and diverse, allowing students to understand their bodies and how they can influence their own health and the health of others.

Approachable. Current, complete, and straightforward coverage is balanced with user-friendly features designed to make the resource appealing. Written in an engaging, easy-to-read style and presented in a colourful, open format, Core Concepts in Health, invites students to read, learn, and remember. Boxes, tables, artwork, photographs, and many other features highlight areas of special interest.

Exploration of current topics. A variety of feature boxes are included throughout the Fourth Canadian Edition to highlight key content and engage students. Box feature topics include In the News, Mind/Body/Spirit, Take Charge, Critical Consumer, Dimensions of Diversity, Gender Matters, Assess Yourself, In Focus, and Thinking About the Environment.

McGraw Hill Connect®. Predictive, Personal and Powered by AI. McGraw Hill Connect is an award-winning digital teaching and learning platform designed to empower students and streamline course management for instructors. With cutting-edge adaptive technology and AI-driven tools, Connect delivers personalized learning experiences that help students achieve their full potential. For instructors, Connect provides comprehensive reporting, actionable data, and valuable insights designed to amplify teaching.

SmartBook®. Within Connect, students have access to SmartBook, McGraw Hill’s adaptive learning and reading resource. SmartBook creates a safe space for learning and confidence building, as students receive immediate and meaningful feedback to help guide their study. By prompting students with questions and assessing individual answers, SmartBook learns what a student knows and identifies which topics they need to practice, giving each student a personalized learning experience and path to success. 

ReadAnywhere® App. Read or study when it’s convenient with McGraw Hill’s free ReadAnywhere app. Available for iOS and Android smartphones or tablets, the ReadAnywhere App gives users access to McGraw Hill tools including the eBook and SmartBook or Adaptive Learning Assignments in McGraw Hill Connect. Students can take notes, highlight, and complete assignments offline—all their work will sync when connected to Wi-Fi. Students log in with their Connect username and password to start learning—anytime, anywhere!