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Physical activity and health; a report of the Surgeon General
  • Published Date:
    1996
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Physical activity and health; a report of the Surgeon General
Details:
  • Corporate Authors:
    United States, Public Health Service., Office of the Surgeon General. ; National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (U.S.) ; President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (U.S.)
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  • Description:
    Historic background, terminology, evolution of recommendations and measurement -- Physiologic responses and long-term adaptations to exercise -- The effects of physical activity on health and disease -- Patterns and trends in physical activity -- Understanding and promoting physical activity.

  • Document Type:
    Report
  • Collection(s):
    Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library collection
  • Place as Subject:
    United States
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