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
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