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Preventing cardiovascular disease through community-based risk reduction: The Bootheel Heart Health Project

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  • Brownson, R.C.
  • Smith, C.A.
  • Pratt, M.
  • Mack, N.E.
  • Jackson-Thompson, J.
  • Dean, C.G.
  • Dabney, S.
  • Wilkerson, J.C.

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Objectives. The purpose of this study was to determine whether a community-based risk reduction project affected behavioral risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Methods. Community-based activities (e.g., exercise groups, healthy cooking demonstrations, blood pressure and cholesterol screenings, and cardiovascular disease education) were conducted in six southeastern Missouri counties. Evaluation involved population-based, cross- sectional samples of adult residents of the state and the intervention region. Weighted prevalence estimates were calculated for self-reported physical inactivity, cigarette smoking, consumption of fruits and vegetables, overweight, and cholesterol screening. Results. Physical inactivity decreased within the intervention region, that is, in communities where heart health coalitions were developed and among respondents who were aware of these coalitions. In addition, the prevalence rates for reports of cholesterol screening within the past 2 years were higher for respondents in areas with coalitions and among persons who were aware of the coalitions. Conclusions. Even with modest resources, community-based interventions show promise in reducing self-reported risk for cardiovascular disease within a relatively brief period.

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  • Brownson, R.C. & Smith, C.A. & Pratt, M. & Mack, N.E. & Jackson-Thompson, J. & Dean, C.G. & Dabney, S. & Wilkerson, J.C., 1996. "Preventing cardiovascular disease through community-based risk reduction: The Bootheel Heart Health Project," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 86(2), pages 206-213.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1996:86:2:206-213_9
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