The Late Woodland period, which is characterized by a lack of the non-local artifacts and materials (copper, etc.,) that had been seen in the previous 500 years, began around AD 300. Despite the apparent reduction of inter-regional exchange, the Late Woodland period was a time of important cultural changes.
Some things a community could do to help increase the life expectancy for their citizens are to fund new athletic programs, serve healthier foods at schools and workplaces, and provide free health screenings.
