Active Living and Health Promotions GeneralMajor Program
Total Hours
Contributed.
Contacts
with Local Stakeholders.
Hours
of Multistate Efforts.
Total Number
of Volunteers Engaged.
Program Indicators
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
3094 |
Number of participants who attended age related health and wellness programs not identified as a “major program.”Major age-related programs include: Keys to Embracing Again, 10 Warning Signs, and AARP Prepare to Care |
4053 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
3437 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
1602 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
1131 |
Stories
Diabetes Workshop
Diabetes is a significant and growing health issue in Kentucky. 14% of adults are diagnosed with the disease, and an additional 14% are living with prediabetes. Approximately 486,000 Kentuckians have diabetes. Often times this can lead to an increase in type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Diabetes has come with its financial burden on the state with direct medical costs, loss of productivity, and other related expenses. The Fayette County Diabetes Coalition hosted a diabetes expo at the ...
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Stories Behind the Numbers
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