A request for proposal on a training opportunity to improve the capacity of local public health professionals to plan and implement activities that support and sustain tobacco control efforts and resources over the long term.
The Division of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control (DCDPC) has released the latest data (Chronic Disease Indicators by Health District) on the incidence and prevalence of chronic diseases and related risk factors for the 35 health districts in Virginia. Chronic diseases that are examined include heart disease, cerebrovascular disease (stroke), cancer, respiratory diseases (asthma, COPD) and arthritis. Risk factors that are considered include cigarette smoking, overweight and obesity, physical inactivity, and excess alcohol use. Data tables feature age-adjusted rates with confidence intervals for the state and each health district. GIS maps illustrate geographic differences in chronic disease rates. Charts depict districts' rates from lowest to highest and show how districts compare to the state and to one another. Chronic disease and risk factor rates are computed from the most recently available data from the Virginia Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, state vital statistics program, the state cancer incidence registry, Virginia Health Information (hospital discharge dataset), and the U.S. Census Bureau. The data is used by state agencies and community groups that want access to local data for program planning, program evaluation, and soliciting funding. If you have questions or comments, contact the DCDPC at (804) 864-7877.
For more information on the Heart Disease and Stroke State Plan
Research shows that diabetes doubles the risk of depression and that being depressed puts people at high risk for developing diabetes. This double threat is especially prominent among women 45 and older and minorities. Learn more about the link between diabetes and depression and how you can reduce their effects.
You Can! Live Well, Virginia! is a series of workshops that help people with chronic illnesses learn ways to self manage their condition and take charge of their life.
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Chronic Diseases are the leading causes of death and disability in Virginia. Our goal is to reduce the incidence and prevent deaths due to major chronic disease in Virginia.
Currently, this is accomplished through:
Division of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control Project
109 Governor St, Richmond, VA 23219
