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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) | 0 |
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) | 10 |
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: Jill Harris
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Eating is one of the many ways we cope with negative emotions. According to an article in Healthy Psychology, stress eating is “eating in response to acute or chronic stress or in response to negative emotional states,” such as sadness or anger. While stress eating is a normal response to uncomfortable feelings, it only provides temporary relief. Over time, stress eating may cause a cycle of uncomfortable feelings and lead to more stress eating. The Todd County Extension
Author: Jill Harris
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. These behaviors are now considered major public health concerns and require effective behavior change interventions. FitBlue is a community-based campaign to increase physical activity and health awareness in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. As participants use the FitBlue app, they have tools to transition to a more active lifestyle focusing on eating healthier, movi
Author: Jill Harris
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
According to the Kentucky Cancer Consortium, Kentucky ranks at or above the national average for incidence and mortality for lung, colon, breast, and cervical cancer. For each of these, effective prevention and early detection strategies could reduce a large proportion of the cancer mortality rate. One goal for breast cancer is to reduce the proportion of late-stage diagnosis and mortality through screening and early detection by reducing barriers such as screening location and language/cultural
