The most recent Community Health Needs Assessment in Adams County found that 33% of adults are considered obese. Obesity became a major goal of the current Community Health Improvement Plan. There are a variety of reasons for the high obesity rate including lack of access to fresh foods, no designated indoor physical activity space, and […]
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In the most recent Community Health Improvement Plan, Adams County (2017) identified access to healthcare as one of the major issues facing the community. The lack of resources and education surrounding healthcare in this 100% rural county has negatively affected the overall health of its citizens. Lack of access to healthcare and funding poses barriers […]
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Adams County is a rural community located in central Wisconsin. The largest industriesin this county are agriculture and tourism. The county has identified Housing for Sober Living asa priority for residents, as many people with substance abuse disorders also experiencesignificant housing insecurity. Three potential interventions to address housing for sober livinghave been identified: the Oxford […]
According to the 2017-2022 Adams County Community Health Improvement Plan(CHIP) and local public health experts, health equity awareness is an identified priority healtharea central to increasing community engagement with public health initiatives and policies(Adams County Community Health Improvement Plan 2017-2022, 2017). This paper will outlinetwo proposals including an example of a social media-based and an […]
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According to the 2016 Wisconsin County Health Rankings data, there are approximately 3 primary care physicians per 10,000 people in Adams County compared to more than 8 primary care physicians per 10,000 people in the state of Wisconsin. This statistic emphasizes the need for improving access to healthcare, a priority shared by the Adams County […]
Adams Friendship School District (AFSD) is looking to improve their career exploration program. Some of the main challenges faced within their current program include lack of student and teacher buy-in and lack of student exposure to diverse career options, due to their geographic location in a rural area in central Wisconsin. Both the middle and […]
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The 2017 Adams County Community Health Assessment identified mental health as a top priority in the community. Like many rural areas, Adams County faces significant barriers to mental health treatment, including limited access to mental health services and significant stigma associated with seeking these services. Mental health stigma can be addressed with strategic, synchronized, and […]
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Residents of Adams County, Wisconsin are limited to health messaging often due to the lack of internet or accessibility. Health messaging is considered persuasive messages that are designed to change any behavior within the realm of health care (Morrison, Kukafka, & Johnson, 2005). This project proposal will outline three interventions: health messaging frameworks, internet and […]
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According to the 2020 County Health Rankings, Adams County ranks 70th among 72 Wisconsin counties for quality of life, meaning Adams County residents experience poorer mental and physical health days more frequently compared to the average Wisconsin resident. Currently, the Be Healthy Adams County coalition led by the Adams County Health and Human Services Department […]
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The class created a standard budget sheet to be used in accumulation with educators so that community members can create effective monthly budget plans. This helps understand expenses on the household level and shows the county where they can make improvements to policies to better suit the needs of community members. UniverCity Year Contact Info […]
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