Effectiveness of a Lifestyle Intervention Program Among Persons at High Risk for Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes in a Rural Community

201075 citationsJournal Articlebronze Open Access

Authors

Liane M. Vadheim

Kari A. Brewer

Darcy R. Kassner

Karl K. Vanderwood · Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services

Taryn O. Hall · Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services

Marcene K. Butcher · Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services

Steven D. Helgerson · Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services

Todd S. Harwell ·

Abstract

Our findings suggest that it is feasible to implement a group-based DPP in a rural community and achieve weight loss and physical goals that are comparable to those achieved in the DPP.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes Management and Education Obesity and Health Practices Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The Journal of Rural Health

Volume 26, Issue 3, pp. 266-272

DOI: 10.1111/j.1748-0361.2010.00288.x

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