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| 4051 - Health 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4051.1) | 221 |
Number of youth that report making healthy lifestyle choices |
| 4051.2) | 0 |
Number of youth that report not engaging in risky behavior |
| 4051.3) | 0 |
Number of youth that report feeling good about themselves |
| 4051.4) | 0 |
Number of youth that report that they know how to handle stress |
Author: Deana Reed
Major Program: Health 4-H Core Curriculum
According to the Community Health Status Indicators report, Meade County has several areas which need improvement in relation to health and wellness. While our obesity and overweight rates have decreased 4% over the past years to 22% we still have 78% of residents who eat few fruits and vegetables and 28% who do not engage in daily exercise. Research supports that youth who are active will have strong muscle and bones and leaner bodies, because physical activity helps control body fat and decrea
