Description of Collaborative Activity: |
Family history is a key factor in risk for many diseases, including common conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Awareness of health conditions within a family may prompt members to take precautions to lower their risk, improve quality of life, and possibly extend their life. Family health history can guide health care providers' recommendations. Thus, My Family Health Portrait was developed, redesigned, and is maintained to help people organize their family’s health histories. Plus, stakeholders convene bi-monthly for updates and networking in regards to family history. |
