Chronic Disease Prevention

About Chronic Disease

Our nation faces a health crisis due to the increasing burden of chronic disease. Chronic diseases are conditions that last 1 year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living or both.

Many preventable chronic diseases are caused by a short list of risk behaviors: smoking, poor nutrition, physical inactivity, and excessive alcohol use.

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Common Risk Factors

Many preventable chronic diseases are caused by a short list of risk behaviors. Most adults in the U.S. have more than one of these risk factors:

  • High blood pressure
  • Tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke
  • Obesity
  • Physical inactivity
  • Excessive alcohol use
  • Diets low in fruits and vegetables
  • Diets high in sodium and saturated fats

Prevent Chronic Disease

The good news is that chronic diseases are largely preventable. Engaging in healthy behaviors greatly reduces the risk for illness and death due to chronic diseases.

Get inspired with a ton of healthy recipes and tips to improve your diet. 

Farmers markets and local farms throughout Grant County offer a variety of seasonal, delicious, and locally grown foods. Access to healthy and nutritious food helps increases healthy habits and contributes to an overall healthier community.

Stay Active

Find physical recommendations for each age group and other creative ways to stay active.