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A Holistic Approach to Chronic Disease Prevention: Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country

Description
Describes the development, funding, and implementation of a 5-year program, begun in 2014, supporting American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities and tribal organizations to simultaneously address chronic diseases and their risk factors. Identifies approaches useful for agencies and organizations working with AI/AN populations.
Author(s)
Nancy S. Andrade, David K. Espey, Mary E. Hall, Ursula E. Bauer
Citation
Preventing Chronic Disease, 16
Date
08/2019
Type
Document
Tagged as
Alcohol use · American Indian or Alaska Native · Cancer · Cardiovascular disease · Diabetes · Funding · Mental health · Networking and collaboration · Obesity and weight control · Tobacco use · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention