Social Determinants of Health Social determinants of health (SDOH) are conditions in the environments where people live, learn, work, and play that affect a wide range of health, functioning, and quality of life outcomes and risks. The World Health Organization has identified 10 social determinants of health: the social gradient stress early life social exclusion … [Read more...]
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10 Essentials of Public Health
The 10 Essential Public Health Service framework was developed in 1994 by a federal working group. It serves as the description of the activities that public health systems should undertake in all communities. The framework has provided a roadmap of goals for carrying out the mission of public health in communities around the nation. As a public health professional, we are … [Read more...]
National Public Health Week 2017
JOIN THE MOVEMENT During the first full week of April each year, The American Public Health Association (APHA) brings together communities across the United States to observe National Public Health Week as a time to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our nation. For over 20 years, APHA has served as the organizer … [Read more...]
Grant County Sexual Health Data
Providing regular, updated data on the health of Grant County's population is a key component of all GCHD efforts to prevent and control diseases. Data is intended to inform the community, including policy makers, medical personnel, researchers, community-based organizations, government agencies, and individuals to understand and respond to diseases, threats, and … [Read more...]
Healthy Holiday’s
Eating Healthy During the Holiday's Go for Roasted Sweet Potatoes Instead of serving candied yams, which have 215 calories per half-cup, try oven-roasted sweet potatoes at Thanksgiving and other meals. A 3/4-cup serving of sweet potatoes brushed with a little heart-healthy canola or olive oil is only 100 calories. Not only do you get more potatoes for fewer calories, but … [Read more...]