Chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular disease are some of the leading causes of death and reduced quality of life in Canada. The good news, however, is that if certain risk behaviours are modified, many chronic diseases can be prevented. Monitoring behavioural changes and their outcomes plays an important part in identifying interventions that prevent chronic diseases.
The projects announced today will help in the development of new, unique resources to collect, analyse and share timely information on behaviours that reduce injury, promote safe physical activity, and prevent unhealthy eating.
Full article at: Health Canada