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| 2027 - Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.2) | 1 |
Number of healthy lifestyle-related coalitions in which Extension is involved |
| 2027.3) | 28 |
Number of people that reported eating more of healthy foods |
| 2027.4) | 28 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, managing stressors, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
| 2027.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals implementing personal health protection practices (screening, immunizations, well-baby care, preventive health practices, etc.) |
| 2027.6) | 131 |
Total weight (in pounds) lost by program participants |
| 2027.7) | 0 |
Total miles walked by program participants |
| 2027.1) | 28 |
Number of people reporting improved lifestyles through a focus on proper nutrition, disease and injury reduction and comprehensive health maintenance |
Author: Cabrina Buckman
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
According to kentuckyhealthfacts.org, in Washington County 17% of adults have diabetes, 29% of adults have hypertension, and the rate of heart disease deaths is 182 per 100,000 population. These disease states are associated with unhealthy lifestyles and may be prevented with good health and nutrition. To address the importance of good nutrition, the Washington County High School Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher asked the Washington County Family and Consumer Sciences Extension A
Author: Cabrina Buckman
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
The safety of local youth will always be a top priority for communities. In response to the need for safety education, the Washington County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Agent partnered with the Washington County Schools Family Resources Youth Services Center to plan and implement Safety Day. Other partners included instructors such as local first responders, a fire fighter, a pharmacy intern, and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation Officer. The
Author: Cabrina Buckman
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
According to the County Health Rankings, in Washington County the rate of adult obesity is 34% and the rate of physical inactivity is 30%. Lifestyle can greatly influence the risk for chronic disease, such as heart disease and diabetes. To encourage healthy lifestyles, the Washington County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent partnered with the Lincoln Trail District Health Department and the Washington County SNAP-Ed Program Assistant to plan and implement the Biggest Winner Wellness
