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Foundations for Health Promotion with Youth: A Review of Observations from the Bogalusa Heart Study.

Nicklas, Theresa; And Others – Journal of Health Education, 1995
Presents findings from the Bogalusa Heart Study that describe the early natural history of coronary artery disease and hypertensive cardiovascular disease, noting the benefits of early, regular, comprehensive school health education. A discussion of cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, smoking, oral contraception, drinking, and diet…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Age Differences, Cardiovascular System, Children