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Transforming Chronic Disease Prevention in Texas.

Authors :
Lakey, David L.
Source :
Texas Public Health Journal. Spring2012, Vol. 64 Issue 2, p3-3. 2/3p.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article comments on prevention of chronic diseases in Texas. It has been informed that Texas has a higher prevalence of most chronic diseases with heart disease and stroke are the first and fourth leading causes of death in Texas. It has been informed that by addressing risk factors like inadequate physical activity, tobacco use, poor nutrition and substance abuse, chronic diseases could be mitigated.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
25745859
Volume :
64
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Texas Public Health Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
74421356