Preventing Chronic Disease | Lessons Learned in Community Research Through The Native Proverbs 31 Health Project - CDC

American Indian women have high rates of cardiovascular disease largely because of their high prevalence of hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. This population has high rates of cardiovascular disease-related behaviors, including physical inactivity, harmful tobacco use, and a diet that promotes heart disease. Culturally appropriate interventions are needed to establish health behavior change to reduce cardiovascular disease risk.


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  • SourceUrl: http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2014/13_0256.htm
  • Syndication ID: 10727
  • Language: English
  • Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • Date Syndication Captured: Monday, May 23, 2016 at 10:40 PM
  • Date Syndication Updated: Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 01:10 AM

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