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| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 43 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.5) | 9 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.4) | 43 |
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) | 34 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.2) | 43 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
Author: Crystal Osborne
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
According to the American Cancer Society, by the end of 2019, there will have been an estimated 1,762,450 new cancer cases and 606,880 cancer deaths in the United States, which is about three new cases and one death every minute (2019). The 2019 estimates for Kentucky, which has the highest mortality rate in the United States, include 26,400 new cases and 10,580 deaths. Many of today’s cancer patients receive treatments at outpatient centers instead of hospitals. That means more patients,
Author: Crystal Osborne
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
The 2022 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps for Kentucky had Owsley County ranked the least healthy for health outcomes and health behaviors. With these statistics in mind, the Owsley County Family & Consumer Sciences Advisory Council continues to see the need for health & nutrition education as a high priority for our community members. The Owsley County Cooperative Extension Service created a year-long movement challenge to provide motivation and resources to participants. Par
