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| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.2) | 0 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.3) | 2 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.4) | 0 |
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 |
| 2027.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.1) | 12 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
Author: Kathy Byrnes
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Regular physical activity is extremely important for the aging adult. Scientific studies have proven that exercise can help prevent or manage chronic diseases, improve cognitive functions, decrease falls, and improve one’s mental health (Centers for Disease Control). 32% of Kentuckians are physically inactive; specifically, in Campbell County 28%, and in Kenton County, 29% of adults are not physically active (Kentucky Heal
Author: Joan Bowling
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Research suggests that 50% of women will experience urinary incontinence (UI) at some point in their lifetime and half of women experiencing UI do not discuss the condition with their physician. Kenton and Pendleton County Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agents taught “Healthy Bladder Habits” to 30 Northern Kentucky Extension Homemakers as a leader training. The lesson taught healthy bladder habits and exercises to help prevent/reduce severity of UI as well as reduce stigma so
