Fact Sheet

Impact of Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country Initiative: Physical Activity

Two-page summary of the impacts GHWIC has had in grantee communities

Three out of four American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) adults are overweight or obese, compared to about half of Non-Hispanic Whites. Moreover, AI/AN adults are more than twice as likely to experience diabetes. Physical activity is an important tool for the prevention and management of chronic diseases. AI/AN communities are promoting physical activity as part of a broader campaign to support health and wellness in Indian Country.

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