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| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 65 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.5) | 12 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.4) | 54 |
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 |
| 2027.3) | 39 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.2) | 38 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
Author: Jane Proctor
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
BingocizeAccording to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, regular physical activity is vital for healthy aging because it helps delay, prevent, or manage many chronic diseases. Physical activity can aid in reducing the risk of functional limitations in mid-life and older adults. Unfortunately, many adults age 50 or older are sedentary or inactive. A study from the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (2016) reports that among adults 50 years old or older, 28% were physically inactive
Author: Jane Proctor
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Annually, Family and Consumer Sciences Agents see an increased interest from clients in health-behavior?choices around the new year.??This year,?to?reach both current and new clientele with?timely?and?research-based?information, Trimble vs. Henry presented a county challenge in time for the new year - Big Blue Goals.??The program was designed to allow for participation through either?an online platform?(Goalify app)?that could be?operated?on?a smartphone, computer, or tablet,?or through?a?t
