Published in Cardiovascular Device Liability Week, April 9th, 2006
The partnership was formed to address chronic disease and promote healthy lifestyles in Avondale, particularly among the Hispanic community, which comprises 46% of Avondale residents.
In January 2005, TGen researchers visited Avondale residents to conduct a survey of medical and family histories, eating and exercise behavior, and to measure lipid and glucose values to identify risk for cardiovascular disease. All individuals were invited to join an intervention program to reduce...
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