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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Lewis County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General
2027.1) 50

Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices

2027.4) 50

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

2027.2) 42

Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels

2027.3) 50

Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose)

2027.5) 42

Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program



Success Stories

Power of Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon

Author: Christa O'Cull

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

Describe the Issue or Situation. In 2023, there were 1,152 people in Kentucky diagnosed with breast cancer. Average annual count of 7 were in Lewis County, with 33.3% of cases with Late Stage diagnoses.  Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable). Lewis County FCS partnered with Primary Plus and Lewis County Health Department to have a Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon.  A female employee of Lewis County Health Department....a breast cancer survi

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