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| Chronic Disease Self-Management |
| Chronic diseases - such as heart disease, hypertension and diabetes - are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. Although chronic diseases are among the most common and costly health problems, they are also among the most preventable. Adopting healthy behaviors such as eating nutritious foods, being physically active, and avoiding tobacco use can prevent or control the devastating effects of these diseases. |
| Chronic Disease Awareness As of December 1, approximately 1,558,708 people have died from chronic disease this year. |
| If you suffer from Chronic Disease, You are not alone. Read more... |
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| If you need more information or resources on chronic diseases, please speak with or e-mail Nancy Specialist for the Knox County Community Health Coalition, at 236-6313 or nllaite2@myfairpoint.net |
| KNOX COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH COALITION Penobscot Bay YMCA, Coalition Partner |
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