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| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.2) | 7 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.3) | 7 |
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) | 7 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
Author: Janey Cline
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Low levels of physical activity, unhealthy nutrition, and poor mental health are all determinants of several chronic diseases. During the COVID 19 pandemic research indicated that the determinants were at an all-time high and considered major public health concerns that required effective behavior change interventions. With this in mind the Hart County Family and Consumer Sciences and Hart County 4-H agents looked at ways to increase the amount of health education and exercise citizens of Hart C
