Washington County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023
| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 14 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.3) | 6 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.2) | 14 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 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 |
Success Stories
Diabetes Prevention Program
Author: Cabrina Buckman
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) continues to be a public health epidemic across Kentucky. According to America’s Health Rankings, 13.8% of the adult population in Kentucky have diagnosed diabetes, which is higher than the national average at 10.9%. In addition, 1 in 3 adults have diagnosed or undiagnosed prediabetes, which equals approximately 1.1 million Kentucky adults at greater risk of developing T2D.Fortunately, support programs and education that focus on preparing healthy meals, living an act
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