Extension
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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of people reporting improved lifestyles through a focus on proper nutrition, disease and injury reduction and comprehensive health maintenance |
17504 |
Number of healthy lifestyle-related coalitions in which Extension is involved |
216 |
Number of people that reported eating more of healthy foods |
19885 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, managing stressors, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
13087 |
Total weight (in pounds) lost by program participants |
2219 |
Total miles walked by program participants |
28987600 |
Number of individuals implementing personal health protection practices (screening, immunizations, well-baby care, preventive health practices, etc.) |
10612 |
Number of program participants who use knowledge and skills to improve food shopping management |
8048 |
Number of program participants who utilize the food label to make healthy food choices |
8277 |
Number of program participants who reported consuming at least 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables per day |
4218 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
3583 |
Number of policy, system, and/or environmental changes implemented in faith-based organizations to promote healthy eating and physical activity |
17 |
Number of community partners that have gained awareness of the problem and impacts of substance use in the community as a result of Extension efforts |
822 |
Number of community partners that have gained knowledge of the resources that are available for substance use in the community as a result of Extension programming |
635 |
Allen County falls below state averages in a variety of health indicators, therefore nutrition and physical activity are key focuses for promoting healthier lifestyles in the county. In Allen County, the obesity rate is higher than the state average, 41% and 35%, respectively, according to kentuckyhealthfacts.org. In addition,24% of adults age 20+ report participating in no leisure time physical activity (County Health Rankings 2014). Due to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, traditional m...
