Percent of Adults 20 and Older who are Obese-Northwest Region
Current Value
35.7%
Definition
Story Behind the Curve
Obesity is a major health concern due to its connection to many chronic diseases. Heart disease, diabetes and many forms of cancer are linked to obesity.1
More data related to chronic disease can be found in the Healthy Vermonters 2020 Data Tool here.
Partners
Vermont Department of Health
Northwestern Medical Center
Rise VT
Local schools
Local primary care practices
Why Is This Important?
The American Medical Association declared obesity a disease in 2013. Healthy Vermonters 2020 includes a goal of lowering adult obesity rates in Vermont to 20% by 2020. Lowering obesity rates will also lower other chronic disease rates and prevent deaths.1
What Works
Region-specific prevention practices can also be found in "Planning for Prevention-A Guide to Community Health Initiatives" through Northwest Regional Planning Commission.
References
1. Vermont Department of Health