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Wellness and Prevention

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Wellness and Prevention

Wellness is an active, lifelong process of becoming aware of choices and making decisions toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. Healthy People 2020 is a national agenda for reducing the most significant preventable threats to health. The goals of Healthy People 2020 include:

• Attain high-quality, longer lives free of preventable disease, disability, injury and premature death
• Achieve health equity, eliminate disparities and improve the health of all groups
• Create social and physical environments that promote good health for all
• Promote quality of life, healthy development and healthy behaviors across all life stages

The latest rural healthy people document is the Rural Healthy People 2020 which outlines a strategic plan for completing Rural Healthy People 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Are there barriers to wellness programs in rural areas?
• What are some examples of effective wellness programs?
• Do worksite wellness programs have an economic impact?
• What are some wellness programs for children?
• How do I start a wellness program in my rural community?

Last Reviewed: 4/12/2013