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| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.2) | 34 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.3) | 42 |
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) | 42 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
Author: Karen Denniston
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Mental health issues after a cancer diagnosis are common and costly. Proven community-based prevention programs can increase participants' knowledge and create positive changes in behavior. These programs could save thousands of dollars in health-care costs and even prevent deaths by suicide.Bourbon County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences presented Taking Care of Mental Health during Cancer to eleven participants. After the program, 100% of the participants reported t
