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STEP UP, FLORIDA!

INDIAN RIVER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

HEALTHY COMMUNITIES PROGRAM

Chronic diseases - such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes - are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. These diseases account for 7 of every 10 deaths and affect the quality of life for over 90 million Americans. Although chronic diseases are among the most common and costly health problems, they are also among the most preventable.


Adopting healthy behaviors such as eating nutritious foods, controlling portion sizes, being physically active, and avoiding tobacco use can prevent or control the devastating effects of chronic diseases.

The Florida Department of Health is working towards a healthy Florida through the Step Up, Florida! Healthy Communities Program with the goal of reducing death and disability due to chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer. Efforts are being made to implement this new program on both a state and local community-wide level within the 67 county health departments. Department of Health program staff will work with state and community partners to create environmental and policy changes for healthy lifestyles.

The Indian River County Health Department's Healthy Communities program is committed to implementing the following changes within our community:

  • Safe and accessible sidewalks, parks, and walking/bike trails

  • Heart-healthy choices in vending machines and cafeterias

  • Policies to promote clean outdoor air

  • Work site policies to promote healthy behaviors among employees to prevent and control chronic diseases

  • Conveniently located farmers markets in communities

  • Tobacco prevention and cessation education in schools and work sites

  • School facilities open to the public after school hours

  • Faith-based organizations providing health education

  • Placement of AEDs (Automated External Defibrillator) in public access areas

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HEALTHY
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

  • Community Health Network of Indian River County

  • Indian River Memorial Hospital

  • Fellsmere Medical Center

  • Indian River County Hospital District

  • Indian River County Board of County Commissioners

  • Pastor's Association of Indian River County

  • Parish Nurses of Indian River County

  • Visiting Nurse Association of the Treasure Coast

  • The Mended Hearts, Inc., Chapter 235

 

PROGRAM STAFF

 

Please call our Program Coordinator, Tina Zayas, at (772) 794-7400 Ext 2700 for more information or if you are interested in becoming a volunteer.

 

 

RELATED LINKS

 

Please visit the following Florida Department of Health Internet websites for more information on other intervention programs:  

 

Diabetes ControlLink to DOH Diabetes Control website in a new window

Obesity PreventionLink to DOH Obesity Prevention website in a new window

Physical Activity PromotionLink to DOH Physical Activity Promotion website in a new window


For more information on the Step Up, Florida! Healthy Communities Program, please call (772)794-7400 extension 2700.

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