aerobic physical activity – AZ Dept. of Health Services Director's Blog

Being physically active is a path to better health

By Sheila Sjolander|2022-01-24T15:06:55-07:00January 24th, 2022|Prevention|

There are many reasons to be active, such as better sleep, lower blood pressure, improved blood sugar levels, prevention of chronic disease, lower risk of depression and anxiety, time for self-care, and increased energy. According to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), three-quarters of Arizona adults participated in physical [...]

Physical Activities for Adults with Disabilities

By Will Humble|2014-05-13T13:12:42-07:00May 13th, 2014|Prevention|

A new report released this week from the CDC shows nearly half of adults with disabilities who are able to do aerobic physical activity don’t get any… putting them at a greater risk for chronic diseases. The report showed that adults with disabilities are three times more likely to have heart disease, stroke, diabetes or [...]