It Constitutes Itself: Health and Community
2006
Health and Community
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Wilcox Lynne S.
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Conclusion
Communities play a critical role in supporting the health and well-being of their citizens.
Supporting Evidence
- Communities can improve health outcomes through various programs.
- The REACH 2010 program aims to close health outcome gaps for minority populations.
- BC Walks encourages walking among residents aged 40-65 in Broome County, New York.
- The Move and Improve program in Maine increased physical activity among participants.
- The `Ohana Day Project provided cancer screening and education to rural Native Hawaiians.
Takeaway
Communities help people stay healthy, and we need to support them to do even better.
Limitations
The evaluation of some community programs had serious limitations due to low response rates and study design issues.
Participant Demographics
The article discusses various community programs targeting different demographics, including African Americans and residents of specific geographic areas.
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