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| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 0 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.3) | 488 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.2) | 0 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.4) | 25 |
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 |
Author: Andrea Slone
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
According to healthdata.gov the Kentucky COVID-19 vaccine rate is at 58.9% while the national average is at 69.6%. Big Sandy Health Care Co-op did a regional grant to financially aid the Big Sandy Region Extension Offices (Floyd, Pike, Johnson, Martin, and Magoffin) to spread awareness of COVID-19 vaccines and increase regional vaccine rates.The Floyd County Cooperative Extension Office’s agents and staff planned a Community Health and Safety Event with a primary goal of vaccine promotion.
Author: Andrea Slone
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
According to the American Diabetes Association, 13.6% of Kentucky’s population is diagnosed with diabetes. It is estimated that over 100,000 individuals in Kentucky do have diabetes but are undiagnosed. Annual diabetes costs in Kentucky are $5.2 billion. The Kentucky Public Health organization reported in 2020 that the Big Sandy Region in Kentucky has a prevalence of diabetes of 18.5%. This is the second highest area in the state.In efforts to educate those already diagnosed with diabetes
