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Local chiropractor outlines 'Blue Zone' health initiative proposal for Fountain
Summary
Dr. James Joseph McCready presented the Blue Zone Initiative to the Fountain City Council on Jan. 14, describing its origins, the 'Power 9' longevity practices and preliminary steps for community engagement; city staff indicated the city would play a supporting role if the community pursues a pilot.
Dr. James Joseph McCready, a local chiropractor, introduced the Blue Zone Initiative to the Fountain City Council on Jan. 14, asking the city to consider supporting a community-driven health and longevity pilot in Fountain.
McCready said the program grew out of National Geographic research identifying longevity hot spots and a set of shared practices the foundation calls the "Power 9." He described the initiative as "promoting healthy behaviors, creating supportive environments, and fostering a sense of purpose and community cohesion." He said the Blue Zone Foundation has launched pilot programs in other…
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