by Noah Larsen | Nov 16, 2021 | CHNA
Obesity is a complex health issue resulting from a combination of causes and individual factors such as behavior and genetics. Obesity is serious because it is associated with poorer mental health outcomes and reduced quality of life. Obesity is also associated with...
by Noah Larsen | Oct 25, 2021 | CHNA
Substance abuse and addiction continue to be critical health issues facing communities throughout America. Substance abuse — including alcohol abuse, use of illegal drugs, and misuse of prescription drugs — contributes to negative health outcomes in myriad ways,...
by Noah Larsen | May 20, 2021 | CHNA
By 2030, the entirety of the baby boomer generation will be age 65 and older, with the increasing health care needs that come with that. Preventive health care remains key to promote healthy aging in this growing population. This brief looks at some critical measures...
by Noah Larsen | Apr 14, 2021 | CHNA, DEI
The events of 2020 have made painfully clear the vast disparities in health and health care resources by racial and ethnic identity, both across the US and on a global scale. Race and ethnicity are risk markers for other underlying conditions that impact health, such...
by Noah Larsen | Mar 10, 2021 | CHNA
In February 2021, PRC’s community health team re-administered an updated National Coronavirus Community Impact Survey to provide insights regarding COVID-19’s effect on communities around the country following nearly a year of life amidst the coronavirus...
by Noah Larsen | Jan 18, 2021 | CHNA, DEI
Mental health is a growing concern in communities throughout the US. The 2020 PRC National Health Survey addresses mental health through a variety of measures relating to depression, stress, and help-seeking behaviors. PRC data over the past 15 years shows notable...
