How a Population Health Approach Improves Health and Reduces Disparities: The Case of Head Start

Good health is a life-long process. Many of the most critical behaviors are established in early childhood and need reinforcing at each life stage. To encourage physical activity, for example, young children should engage in fun, active play daily; schools should ensure that physical activity is a n...

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Main Authors: Steven M. Teutsch, MD, MPH, Ariella Herman, PhD, Carol B. Teutsch, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2016-01-01
Series:Preventing Chronic Disease
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Online Access:http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2016/15_0565.htm