The School Health Index as an Impetus for Change

Background The increase in childhood obesity and prevalence of chronic disease risk factors demonstrate the importance of creating healthy school environments. As part of the Border Health Strategic Initiative, the School Health Index was implemented in public schools in two counties along the Ariz...

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Main Authors: Lisa K. Staten, PhD, Nicolette I. Teufel-Shone, PhD, Victoria E. Steinfelt, MS, Nohemi Ortega, Karen Halverson, Carmen Flores, Michael D. Lebowitz, PhD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2005-01-01
Series:Preventing Chronic Disease
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Online Access:http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2005/jan/04_0076.htm