Healthy Community Challenge

Western Maryland Health System2012

The Facts

• $.75 of every healthcare dollar is spent on chronic disease.

• Chronic diseases are a leading cause of death.

Percent of Chronic Diseases That Are Caused by Poor Lifestyle

Sources: Stampfer, 2000; Platz, 2000; Hu, 2001

71% 70%

82%91%

Death Rates

Vital Statistics 2007-2009

Food Choices and Access

County Health Ranking 2011 (U of Wisconsin) and Health Indicator Warehouse

Physical Activity

County Health Ranking 2011 (U of Wisconsin)

The Need

Health Factors

County Health Ranking, 2008 CDC Trends, & Community Health Status Indicators

You can make a difference.

Join the WMHS Healthy Community Challenge

Increase healthy eating and physical activity in your

community

January 2012 Registration

Pre Health Checks for all participants •Weight•Blood pressure•2 questions about nutrition and activity

What’s Involved?

January through June 2012

Communities will earn points by:•Participating in scheduled programs that support healthy eating and physical activity•Implement programs with partners that support healthy eating and physical activity•Establish policies to support healthy eating and physical activity

What’s Involved?

June 2012 Challenge Finale

Post Health Checks for all participants •Weight•Blood pressure•2 questions about nutrition and activity

Community tabulation of points earned for participation and policies.

What’s Involved?

“Healthiest Community” Greatest percentage of weight loss and the highest number of points earned through programs, policies and participation

Reward:$2000 and plaque or trophy

What’s Involved?

Thank you!

For more information:Nancy Forlifer

WMHS Community Health & Wellness 240-964-8422