The Community Health Engagement Program (CHEP) of the Indiana Clinical Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) recognizes that scientific pursuits without input from community experts cannot adequately address or solve pressing societal health issues.
Research Based Education Delivered Locally
In each county of the state, Purdue Extension educators bring together the expertise and resources of Purdue to address the needs of Indiana’s families.
Research Based Education Delivered Locally
Research Based Education Delivered Locally
Walks Across Indiana is an initiative to promote walking as a great physical activity for people of all ages, helping to manage weight and lower risk of heart disease.
Research indicates that almost 28 percent of Indiana’s population is overweight (8th in the nation), and the state ranks 38th in the number of citizens participating in physical activity at least once a month.