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| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.2) | 77 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.3) | 77 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.4) | 77 |
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) | 20 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.1) | 77 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
Author: Kate Thompson
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Kentuckians are experiencing an increased trend of chronic disease and obesity. With a population of 92,488, Campbell County’s obesity rate is 31%, and 28% are physically inactive (US Census Bureau). “Good nutrition, physical activity, and a healthy body weight are essential parts of a person’s overall health and well-being. Together, these can help decrease a person’s risk of developing serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol,
Author: Ronda Rex
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
As part of the St Catherine School Farm to School Program, Ronda Rex from the Campbell County Cooperative Extension Service was asked by teacher, Shannon West, to teach the “Creating a Serving Size and MyPlate” sections of the USDA Farm to School Curriculum. According to the USDA Farm to School program curriculum, “Kentucky currently ranks among the most obese states in the United States and is also among the states with the lowest per capita consumption of fr
