Prevent and decrease chronic disease in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties by preventing risky behaviors (smoking, physical inactivity and poor nutrition). and 1 more... less...
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Percent of Adults Diagnosed with Lung Diseases-Northwest Region
Current Value
15.8%
Definition
Story Behind the Curve
Asthma is a chronic (long-term) disease in which the lungs become inflamed and airways narrow and react to "triggers." The most common environmental trigger for both adults and children at home was the presence of an indoor pet. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a large group of lung diseases characterized by airflow obstruction.1
More information and data can be found through the Vermont Department of Health here.
Partners
Vermont Department of Health
Northwestern Medical Center
Rise VT
Local schools
Local primary care practices
Why Is This Important?
Improperly managed chronic diseases are associated with poor health, low quality of life, limitations to normal activities, and are also tied to high medical costs that can impact a family’s and the entire state’s economic future.
What Works
Region-specific prevention practices can also be found in "Planning for Prevention-A Guide to Community Health Initiatives" through Northwest Regional Planning Commission.
For more information see https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-pro/guidelines/current/asthma-guidelines.
References
1. Vermont Department of Health
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