Heart Health Nova Scotia
Demonstration Phase: 1989-1995

Heart Health Nova Scotia's Demonstration Phase occurred between 1989 and 1995. This provincial program is part of the Canadian Heart Health Initiative, a national strategy for the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Heart Health Nova Scotia used a public health approach to cardiovascular (CVD) prevention by placing an emphasis on environmental change, community mobilization and health promotion programs.

1. Introduction
2. Background
3. Organizational Framework
   1. Coordinating Committee Structure
4. Program Activities
   1. Public Education
      • Community Activation
      • Social Marketing
   2. Professional Education
      • Multidisciplinary Learning in Heart Health
      • Community Development Skills Training
   3. Food for Health
      • Shopping For Health
      • Take Breakfast To Heart
      • Accessibility to Heart Healthy Foods
      • Trimming The Fat: A Heart Healthy Approach to Cooking
      • Let's Make It Clear
   4. Working With Heart
   5. Community Action for Heart Health Inequities
5. Overall Program Results
6. References

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