The Burden of Chronic Illness Among Rural Residents: A National Study
Description:
This study used data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) to examine trends–by type of geographic area and risk factors–in hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, and asthma, as well as patterns of screening for two of these conditions. BRFSS is a nationally representative study of the adult population in the United States that collects health data on an annual basis. Funded by HRSA’s FORHP.
Status:
Complete