Explore a comprehensive analysis of county-level health factors versus health outcomes rankings from 2010 to 2023 This page provides detailed graphs and scatter plots for each U.S. state, visualizing trends and correlations between health factors and outcomes as reported by the County Health Rankings and Roadmaps program. Learn how these data can inform public health interventions and improve understanding of regional health disparities. Access detailed visualizations and statistical insights to enhance public health practice and policy.
Explore the link between food distress and smoking among racially and ethnically diverse adults in Schenectady, NY. This study, published in the CDC journal Preventing Chronic Disease, reveals that limited access to healthy food is significantly associated with higher smoking rates, highlighting critical implications for public health strategies aimed at reducing tobacco use and improving nutrition in underserved communities.
A study in the CDC journal Preventing Chronic Disease reveals a significant decline in tobacco availability and advertising in Albany, NY food stores over 12 years, though 74.5% still sold tobacco in 2015. Efforts by local tobacco control, pharmacy industry regulations, and increased retailer fees contributed to these changes. Despite progress, the number of tobacco retailers remains high, suggesting a need for ongoing public health strategies to further reduce tobacco access and advertising in the community.
This study explores how food shopping venues and neighborhood food environments influence BMI among urban Guyanese, Black, and White adults in the US. Findings suggest that supermarkets, ethnic markets, and food co-ops have varying impacts on BMI across different racial and ethnic groups, highlighting the need for culturally tailored obesity interventions.
Explore the potential of Social Impact Bonds (SIBs) to improve public health in Schenectady, NY. This white paper outlines four innovative use cases for SIBs to reduce asthma, falls among seniors, type 2 diabetes, and smoking, while generating savings for the community. Discover how SIBs can align incentives for public health, attract private investment, and transform preventive care in Schenectady.
