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Risk Factors for Chronic Disease and Injury Vary Greatly by Region and Sex Among American Indians and Alaskan Natives

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http://www.cdc.gov/od/oc/media/pressrel/r2k0204.htm  

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

Description

American Indians and Alaska Natives may be at greater health risk from smoking-related illnesses, diabetes, or motor vehicle injuries depending on where they live and whether they're male or female, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control.

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Review Date

5/21/2007