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| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.4) | 740 |
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 |
| 2027.2) | 1355 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.3) | 604 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.5) | 146 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.1) | 1642 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
Author: Nanette Banks
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Food is a significant piece of culture. Many countries around the world offer guidance for foods and lifestyle habits to promote health. While the local or preferred foods may be different, the general food-based dietary guidance and goals to promote health around the globe are quite similar.Eighty-three people attended a "Healthy Eating Around the Globe" workshop taught by the Letcher County FCS agent in February 2024. This program provided a wonderful opportunity to learn about cultu
Author: Nanette Banks
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Bingocize® was created by Dr. Jason Crandall, Co-Director/Co-Founder at the WKU Center for Applied Science in Health & Aging. He created the socially engaging group-based game that combines health education and exercise in the format of BINGO. Dr. Crandall and his research team have tested the program and demonstrated that over 90% of older adults who played two times a week for 10 weeks significantly improved physical, social and mental health. To help participants learn and use he
