Epidemiological and experimental studies provide evidence that a complex of behavioral, biological and environmental factors interact in the etiology of many cardiovascular diseases. A survey of research and theory concerning training and counseling programs for adult populations is provided . Six basic behavioral recommendations are made for the maintenance of cardiovascular health Problems in the design of mass media and interpersonal campaigns to alter the health habits of large populations are considered
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