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The Role Of Cooperative Extension In Chronic Disease Prevention And Management: Perspectives From Professionals In The Field, Daniel Remley, David Buys, Linda Cronk, Valerie Duffy, Julie Garden-Robinson, Marcel Horowitz, Bernestine Mcgee, Cindy Nelson, Suzanne M. Prevedel, Marla Reicks, Tamara Warren

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

Chronic diseases are strongly associated with premature death and increased health care costs. Nearly half of American adults report they have one or more chronic health conditions. Cooperative Extension is calling for refocus to refine and align with broader efforts to promote public health by supporting the prevention and management of chronic disease. The success of this refocus is dependent on a shared vision between funding agencies, stakeholders, and Extension. As part of developing this shared vision, the Chronic Disease Health Implementation Team surveyed 152 Extension administrators, faculty, and Extension Agents/Educators to determine their perception of the role of Extension …