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CDC VitalSigns: More People Walk to Better Health

Internet URL

http://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/Walking/index.html  

Sponsoring Agency

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Description

Physical activity helps control weight, but can help improve health even without weight loss. People who are physically active live longer and have a lower risk for heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression, and some cancers.

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Review Date

8/7/2012