This is fantastic news! A consistant message of ‘Prevention’ vs ‘Chronic Disease’ will be the driving force behind behavior change in our society. We are people that love immediate gratification. When given action items to be done right now, we are way more apt to follow through than if we are to plan for future events. Bring on a National Prevention Strategy…

The National Prevention Strategy includes actions that public and private partners can take to help Americans stay healthy and fit and improve our nation’s prosperity. The strategy outlines four strategic directions that, together, are fundamental to improving the nation’s health. Those four strategic directions are: Building Healthy and Safe Community Environments: Prevention of disease starts in our communities and at home; not just in the doctor’s office. Expanding Quality Preventive Services in Both Clinical and Community Settings: When people receive preventive care, such as immunizations and cancer screenings, they have better health and lower health care costs. Empowering People to Make Healthy Choices: When people have access to actionable and easy-to-understand information and resources, they are empowered to make healthier choices. Eliminating Health Disparities: By eliminating disparities in achieving and maintaining health, we can help improve quality of life for all Americans. http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2011pres/06/20110616a.html