A Cost Evaluation of the Georgia Stroke and Heart Attack Prevention Program

IntroductionHypertension is a leading cause of stroke, coronary artery disease, heart attack, and heart and kidney failure in the United States, all of which contribute to the rising costs of health care. The Georgia Stroke and Heart Attack Prevention Program is an education and direct service progr...

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Main Authors: Rosanne Farris, PhD, RD, J. Nell Brownstein, PhD, Patricia Jones, RN, CDE, Hong Chen, MS, Diane Orenstein, PhD, David B. Rein, PhD, Roberta T. Constantine, PhD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2006-01-01
Series:Preventing Chronic Disease
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Online Access:http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2006/jan/05_0143.htm