This document contains the proceedings of a two-day meeting sponsored by the Public Health Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Representatives from more than 60 national groups from the public and private sectors participated in discussions of health promotion objectives for the nation and formulated recommendations on how to achieve those objectives. The background papers and recommendations highlight health promotion in health care settings, worksite wellness, involvement of schools in the national strategy in improving the health of Americans, and the role of voluntary organizations in health promotion. (BA)