Extension
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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of people who reported implementing at least one practice to achieve a healthier home |
20 |
Number of individuals reporting improved knowledge regarding healthy homes (such as indoor contaminants or household chemicals, effects of moisture, potential home safety hazards, indoor pollutants and combustion contaminants) |
492 |
Number of individuals reporting intent to adopt at least one practice to achieve a more healthy home (such as examine home for contaminants and harsh chemicals, evaluate moisture risk, conduct a home safety quiz/audit, evaluate home ventilation) |
461 |
Number of individuals self-reporting health benefits associated with newly adopted practices to achieve a healthier home |
7 |
Number of individuals who developed an action plan to ensure a healthier home |
45 |
Hazardous products in our home are most likely not something we think about on a regular basis. Hazards can be something as simple as leaving unsecured medication out in a childs reach. The most common causes of home injury include falls, poisoning, fires and burns, choking and suffocation, drowning, firearms, and others. Of that 27% of the injuries are due to poising. Each year there are over 50,000 individuals call the Kentucky Poison Control number.All of Kentuckys home have potential hazardo...
