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Preventing Chronic Disease (PCD) is a peer-reviewed electronic journal established by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. PCD provides an open exchange of information and knowledge among researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and others who strive to improve the health of the public through chronic disease prevention.

Learn about lesser-known women's health diseases and conditions and what to do.

Cheryl H. Tan, MPH1; Clark H. Denny, PhD1; Nancy E.

Maroya Spalding Walters, PhD1; Paula Eggers2; Valerie Albrecht, MPH1; Tatiana Travis1; David Lonsway, MMSc1; Greg Hovan, MBA3; Debra Taylor, MPH1; Kamile Rasheed, PhD1; Brandi Limbago, PhD1; Alexander Kallen, MD1.

Preventing Chronic Disease (PCD) is a peer-reviewed electronic journal established by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. PCD provides an open exchange of information and knowledge among researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and others who strive to improve the health of the public through chronic disease prevention.

Preventing Chronic Disease (PCD) is a peer-reviewed electronic journal established by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. PCD provides an open exchange of information and knowledge among researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and others who strive to improve the health of the public through chronic disease prevention.

John D. Omura, MD1,2; Susan A. Carlson, PhD2; Prabasaj Paul, PhD2; Kathleen B.

Preventing Chronic Disease (PCD) is a peer-reviewed electronic journal established by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. PCD provides an open exchange of information and knowledge among researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and others who strive to improve the health of the public through chronic disease prevention.

World Heart Day will be observed September 29, 2015. The focus of World Heart Day is creating heart-healthy environments where persons live, work and play. Cardiovascular disease (CVD), including heart disease and stroke, is the leading cause of death in the world.