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Breathing easier in Puerto Rico : success stories from the Puerto Rico Asthma Project
  • Published Date:

    9/9/13

  • Language:
    English
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  • Corporate Authors:
    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
  • Description:
    The Puerto Rico Asthma Project and its partners focus on groups with the greatest needs. They increase asthma awareness, educate people on how to avoid environmental asthma triggers, partner with local stakeholders, and help residents manage their own health. CDC’s National Asthma Control Program Puerto Rico is among 36 states and territories that receive funding and technical support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Asthma Control Program. Since 1999, CDC has been leading public health efforts to prevent costly asthma complications, create asthma-friendly environments, and empower people living with asthma with the tools they need to better manage their own health. Find out more at www.cdc.gov/asthma. APHA-Asthma_PR_4.pdf
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  • Document Type:
    Pamphlet (or booklet)
  • Place as Subject:
    Puerto Rico
  • Collection(s):
    Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library collection
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