Introduction
Heath behaviour plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal health,
preventing chronic illnesses, and achieving an independent lifestyle
(Conner, 2005). Health behaviour refers to individuals' activities
undertaken to prevent or detect possible illnesses, or to improve health
and wellness (Conner and Norman, 1996). Within this definition, the
behaviour encompasses self-directed behaviour or health-promoting
behaviour (such as regular exercise, healthy diet, and the absence of
smoking and alcohol consumption), healthcare services utilisation
(such as annual health screening and vaccination), and adherence to
medical treatments (such as dietary modification and medication
regimen) (Conner, 2005).
Nursing students are an important part of future healthcare workforce.
Poor health behaviour is linked to physical and psychological