Abstract
Blue Zones are areas of the world where people live measurably longer, happier lives with lower rates of chronic disease and higher quality of life than they do in the US. There are five identified Blue Zones, with nine common characteristics, including elements such as diet, exercise, relationships, and spirituality.
Sigma Membership
Non-member
Lead Author Affiliation
Murray State University, Murray, Kentucky, USA
Type
Poster
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Education Abroad, Health Promotion, Longevity
Recommended Citation
Naber, Jessica L., "It's good to be blue: Nursing study abroad Blue Zone experiences in Italy and Greece" (2019). Convention. 31.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2019/posters_2019/31
Conference Name
45th Biennial Convention
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Washington, DC, USA
Conference Year
2019
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It's good to be blue: Nursing study abroad Blue Zone experiences in Italy and Greece
Washington, DC, USA
Blue Zones are areas of the world where people live measurably longer, happier lives with lower rates of chronic disease and higher quality of life than they do in the US. There are five identified Blue Zones, with nine common characteristics, including elements such as diet, exercise, relationships, and spirituality.
Description
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.