According to the Wayne County Public Health Department, the rates of childhood obesity are higher in Wayne County than the national rates. As obesity explodes as an epidemic in this nation and state, it is undeniably a problem encountered by school medical directors. This is typically a preventable condition in which the local experts are key for prevention. As a local expert, education is the best means of prevention and intervention. Organizing informational sessions on nutrition and fitness is a major means of impacting the community. Furthermore, supporting fundraisers for various sports and activities may also help. Childhood impacts communities because obese children often become obese adults and are much more likely to develop comorbidities. As the level of health in the community declines, the healthcare costs increase. None of this is good for communities. This is an epidemic in Wayne County and it is one in which the medical experts need to take seriously.
http://www.co.wayne.ny.us/departments/publichlth/Report%20Card%202009%20Wayne.pdf
http://www.co.wayne.ny.us/departments/publichlth/Report%20Card%202009%20Wayne.pdf
Obesity is a major topic these days, and it is important to remember that it affects many people in rural areas. Sometimes, this is difficult to remember since many people think of so many outdoor and physical activities when they think of these areas. Education is key to preventing childhood and adult obesity, as is physical activity initiatives. There is no better place for becoming physically active than outdoors in the many beautiful areas of our rural counties.
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