Health Education: Benton County
Community Health Improvement Plan
A.
1.
Heavy Alcohol Consumption: Benton, Oregon locals drink more alcohol than
the entire state. The average for the state falls at 19%, meanwhile, Benton has a
proportion of 21% (County Health Ranking & Roadmaps, 2020).
STD's: Benton has a greater rate of STD's3than the entire state.3 The percentages
are 449.8 in the state of Oregon, and3501.4 in Benton3(County Health Ranking &
Roadmaps, 2020).3
Obesity Rates in Adults: Although it remains elevated, the3prevalence of
adult3obesity is less than the average in the state. Benton has a 25%3obesity rate
compared to the 29% average for the state of3Oregon (County Health Ranking &
Roadmaps, 2020).3
Resources for Food: Although it is less than the average for the state,3Benton
still has a high percentage on3food environment index. 7.3%3of Benton residents
lack food options, compared to 7.9%3of Oregon residents. (County Health Ranking
& Roadmaps, 2020).
2.
Heavy Alcohol Consumption: Informing Benton3residents about the health risks
associated with excessive use of alcohol is one of the improvement objectives.
Data on death rates and the effects of alcohol on people's bodies need to be
demonstrated through education. Additionally, drunk driving might result in car
accidents. Reducing the intake of alcohol for all residents3is the intended health
result. This is to ensure3that their bodies may begin to recover, and health
disparities brought on by binge drinking are eliminated.
STDs: Teaching3residents how to avoid STDs3is one of the improvement goals.
The people who now have the diseases need to be educated on how to manage
their conditions. Children/teenagers3in school should be taught how to take
precautions if they are sexually active. Less people in Benton getting STDs3is the
intended health impact. It is up to us to assist these individuals to3overcome their
health concerns. There3are several drugs available to treat these types of
infections that can be very beneficial.
Obesity Rates in Adults: Obesity Rates in Adults: Teaching all residents
everything that3can be done to lower the3rate of obesity in the3community is
the3objective.3 People need to be informed from preschool until adulthood. When
kids begin to take better care of themselves at an early age, they can lower their
risk of obesity as they become older. It is the responsibility of schools to inform
both adults and their3children about the availability and types of healthy foods
available. Reducing childhood and adult rates of obesity in the local population is
the intended health result in order to prolong life and prevent the development of
diseases.
Accessible Food Sources: Informing Benton, Oregon residents on where to buy
healthy food options is one of the improvement goals. Parents along with
their3children require education. Monthly openings of food pantries allow the
public the opportunity to get healthier goods from their stock. Benton residents
starting to3eat3better and make healthier choices3is the intended health goal.
People tend to3feel better if they eat better foods. They can drop pounds, which
will lower their risk for diabetes/obesity3and other diseases.
3.
Heavy Alcohol Consumption: The CDC releases annual data to guarantee
state, municipal, and territorial governments have the most recent data to
effectively safeguard their populations3(CDC, 2023). Adhering to the CDC's
recommendations, excessive drinking in Benton will be in compliance with all
federal and state legislation. The goal of the federal and state governments is to
reduce the abuse of alcohol among all American citizens. Less drunk drivers will
be on the road.
STDs: The CDC offers tools to help health agencies plan effectively (CDC, 2023).
Training of adults and children about STD's3can be expensive for the community
at large. Increased resources can be utilized3to let individuals who picked up an
STD3know that they can get assistance.3Education of more individuals on the
transmission of STDs3as well as how to avoid them is both a national and state
priority.3
Obesity Rates in Adults: The CDC works on socioeconomic and legislative
measures to ensure everyone is3able to afford and enjoy healthy food and
exercise (CDC, 2023). The intention and goal3is to teach people of all ages how to
eat healthy. Differences can be minimized or even avoided once the right
nutrients are consumed, and a healthy lifestyle is taken on.
Accessible Food Sources: The CDC pushes to increase demand from the
community3for healthy meals, improves availability of healthy foods, and
advances food service standards in order to increase access to nutritious foods.
The more affordable, healthier3foods choices3are available to Benton residents,
the less health concerns3there will be. As rates of obesity drop, diseases become
less frequent.
4.
Heavy Alcohol Consumption: Stakeholders should be mindful of the problem of
excessive drinking in Benton. They3will be more willing to support the cause if the
urgency is explained to them and a solution is provided. Stakeholders will be able
to appreciate the importance of patients receiving educational materials to
address the issue3by viewing data that shows the3high alcohol use3in Benton.
STDs: Stakeholders should be informed of the frequency of STD occurrences3in
Benton. They will realize how important it is to assist if they recognize the
need3for patients to understand3how to protect themselves. They will wish to
contribute to preventing further outbreaks from unprotected sex3if reports3about
the number of people in Benton who have contracted an STD are disclosed.
Obesity Rates in Adults: More people than ever worldwide are suffering
with3obesity. It typically3starts with poor dietary habits. Statistics on the daily food
choices that people eat can be given to stakeholders. They will feel compelled to
pitch in after this. The rate of adult obesity3could decrease if we begin by teaching
kids in school what meals are healthy and which ones are not. All Benton
residents need supplemental guidance and3education, and stakeholders can
contribute to that effort.
Accessible Food Sources: Benton needs easily accessible sources of food.
Stakeholders will see we need additional options in this community3if they can
look at stats on the hours that food pantries and other healthy food programs are
open. There should be more frequent and extended hours of operation for food
pantries. Generally speaking, food banks tend to be open for a few hrs once
a3month. Obesity rates and other illnesses can be lowered if stakeholders can
assist in putting a new plan into action for obtaining nutritious foods.
5.
Benton County greatest need for3money at the moment would be3for education
regarding how to address their health concerns. We can give the
required3resources3to elementary school kids3and adults with the assistance of
the3stakeholders. We could inquire about possible donations for nearby
supermarkets and reputable banks for the benefit of the people who are
struggling to get food. Speaking with the local department of health3will help us
determine what educational materials we can provide to those in need of
assistance with food sources, STDs, obesity rates, and abuse of alcohol. A budget
must be created when stakeholders have been alerted in order for us3to be able to
offer the Benton residents these resources for learning. Should more financial
requirements arise, we can discuss with local stakeholders including the city
mayor, political authorities, and administrators at the health facilities. We will
be3able to educate the locals on how to address their health3disparities whenever
sufficient funds have been given or arranged with our organization.
Health Issue #1
B1. PRIORITY HEALTH ISSUE: Obesity Levels in Adults
B2. DESIRED HEALTH OUTCOME: The health objective is for Benton, Oregon
residents' levels3of obesity to decline.
B3: PERFORMANCE MEASURES How will we know we are making a
difference?
Short-Term Indicators B3a.
Information
source
B3a.
Frequency
Resources related to obesity, availability of healthy
foods, weight reduction
Food
Pantries,
department
of health,
educational
institutions4
Twice a
month
Stakeholders committing to work with the initiative Education
institutions,
food
pantries, the
local
department
of health,
and other
medical
centers
Quarterly
Long-Term Indicators B3a.
Information
source
B3a.
Frequency
The Program4keeps expanding, and interested
parties keep pushing the resources. Reports on the
outcomes are made.
Institutions
of higher
learning,
health
departments
, medical
facilities
Once every
4-6 months
Commitment and participation in learning4the
educational materials is lowering health
inequalities and more households are joining the
program. Great outcomes are visible to the
Department of Health.4
Department
of Health
Every Year
B4. SMART (SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE,
ACHIEVABLE, REALISTIC, TIME-BOUND)
OBJECTIVE #1:
Objective Type: Obtainable
Evidence/Data Sources: Department of Health3reports indicating that Benton
residents are becoming less obese.
Policy Change (Y/N): N
B5. ACTION PLAN
Action Step Target
Date
Resources Lead
Person
Anticipated
Product/Result
Progress
Notes
All participants
weight loss is
recorded.
8/1/24 Local
medical
facilities
and the
Departme
nt of
Health
Depart
ment
of
Health
A substantial
amount of
weight loss is
obtained among
individuals.
All data
and rates
are
recorded.
Declining rates of
obesity
8/1/24 Local
medical
facilities
and the
Departme
nt of
Health
Depart
ment
of
Health
The citizens in
the county have
declining
obesity rates.
All data
and rates
are
recorded.
Children and
families taking
heed to healthier
living habits
8/1/24 Medical
facilities
and
education
al staff
counselors
Educat
ional
Institu
tions
Children are
practicing
healthier eating
habits, and
begin to take
better care of
themselves
Student
rates of
participat
ion are
recorded.
B6. PLAN FOR SUSTAINING ACTION
Benton, Oregon citizens should strive to maintain their current healthy lifestyle.
They should inquire/request4to get additional educational resources from their
doctors and the Department of Health4if they need them. More materials should
to be available if educators desire to deliver them to their students.
Stakeholders will want to maintain the program going as long as good outcomes
are being demonstrated. The program aims for their long-term
wellbeing.4Reduced obesity levels4will help to extend life and lessen the
chances for other4diseases.
Health Issue #1 (cont.)
B4. SMART (SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE,
ACHIEVABLE, REALISTIC, TIME-BOUND)
OBJECTIVE #2:
Objective Type: Transformable
Evidence/Data Sources: Statistics on patient weight loss is recorded
Policy Change (Y/N): Y-If results are favorable, it should be incorporated inot the
medical facilities’ policy.
B5. ACTION PLAN
Action Step Target
Date
Resources Lead Person Anticipated
Product/Result
Progress
Notes
Continue to
provide
educational
resources to
the
community
members with
evidence-
based
documentatio
n that the
initiative is
successful.
2/1/25 Local and
county
government
representatives
, local
hospitals, and
the Department
of Health
Department of
Health
The initiative will
draw in more
residents who wish
to lose weight as a
health objective.
All data will
be recorded
and tracked
Report to local
agencies more
often each
month to
demonstrate
the declining
obesity rate.
2/1/25 Department of
health and
associated
organizations
Department of
Health
In order to reach
more of the
community
members, more
stakeholders will
want to be
involved/associated
with our initiative.
Notate all
stakeholder
s involved
and any that
are
potentially
interested in
the
initiative
To make sure
none of the
participants
are returning
to previous
behaviors,
continue
to4stay in
touch with
them all.
2/1/25 Health
departments,
healthcare
organizations,
program
directors
Program
Administrator
s
The initiative4will
be recommended to
friends and family
by participants.
Document
contact
information
for any
future
participants
B6. PLAN FOR SUSTAINING ACTION
The program4has to keep going since it is expanding. Arranging a trip to our site
by future stakeholders may prove to be very4valuable. Staying4in touch with the
present participants to make sure they are satisfied with the outcomes
indicate4your interest in their quality of life. They will also probably recommend
the program to others who are close to them. For healthcare officials to see that
the initiative is effective and that obesity is declining in Benton, Oregon, all
outcomes must be recorded.
Health Issue #2
B1. PRIORITY HEALTH ISSUE: STD’s (Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
B2. DESIRED HEALTH OUTCOME: To prevent/reduce the3spreading of
STDs3throughout Benton, Oregon.
B3: PERFORMANCE MEASURES How will we know we are making a
difference?
Short-Term Indicators B3a.
Information
source
B3a.
Frequency
Education acquired on STDs4 Department
of Health
Every
Month
STD4treatment obtained Department
of Health
Every
Month
Long-Term Indicators B3a.
Information
source
B3a.
Frequency
STDs are either gone from test results or are4barely
evident.
Department
of Health
Quarterly
Patients are knowledgeable on sexually transmitted
diseases4and know how to avoid them.
Department
of Health
Apprx
every 6
months
B4. SMART (SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE,
ACHIEVABLE, REALISTIC, TIME-BOUND)
OBJECTIVE #1:
Objective Type: Obtainable
Evidence/Data Sources: Patients are knowledgeable on STDs3and know how to practice
prevention measures.3
Policy Change (Y/N): N
B5. ACTION PLAN
Action Step Target
Date
Resources Lead
Person
Anticipated
Product/Result
Progress
Notes
Teach every
Benton resident
about
STD4therapy.
8/1/24 Healthcar
e
associatio
ns and the
Departme
nt of
Health
Dept
of
Health
Individuals4will
learn that an
initiative exists
to address their
health concern
Document
how many
individuals
need care
for STDs.
Intake individuals
who either
already have a
STD4or are at
danger of
8/1/24 Healthcar
e
associatio
ns and the
Departme
Dept
of
Health
Enroll
participants4in
the treatment
program4who
have come back
Record
negative vs
positive
test results
developing one. nt of
Health
positive for
STDs.
Provide
treatments4to
patients that
request testing
or who have
STDs.
8/1/24 Healthcar
e
associatio
ns and the
Departme
nt of
Health
Dept
of
Health
Refer
individuals who
have come back
positive
for4treatment.
Keep record
of the
beginning
of the
treatment
phase until
the time it
takes to
test
negative/se
e results.
B6. PLAN FOR SUSTAINING ACTION
The spread of STDs are a common problem in Benton, Oregon. Individuals who
test positive will be able to live longer if they receive proper4care. Some STDs
can progress into more fatal conditions. Stakeholders will be more willing to
assist with treatment and education if they believe Benton will benefit from it.
How many persons who4request to be tested versus4how many actually test
positive for an STD4need to be recorded. The amount of patients in need of care
will be high, and treating them will cost4institutions more4money. The evidence-
based findings will make stakeholders realize the need and be more4eager to
assist.
Health Issue #2 (cont.)
B4. SMART (SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE,
ACHIEVABLE, REALISTIC, TIME-BOUND)
OBJECTIVE #2:
Objective Type: Transformable
Evidence/Data Sources: Patients will be able to overcome these contagious diseases with
the help of the STD3treatment strategy.
Policy Change (Y/N): Yes, the program3is effective, so the healthcare institutions
should adopt it as a policy.
B5. ACTION PLAN
Action Step Target
Date
Resources Lead Person Anticipated
Product/Result
Progress
Notes
Show evidence
that the
initiative is
effective and
educate more
Benton
residents about
the support they
can get with STD
management.
2/1/25 Health
associations
and
Department
of Health
Dept of
Health/program
administrator
Community
members
will desire
more
educational
materials on
how to treat
their STD.
Document
how many
potential
patients
Provide regular
reports to
community
organizations
demonstrating
how the
patient’s getting
treatment are
reducing the
STD4rate.
2/1/25 Health
associations
and
Department
of Health
Dept of
Health/program
administrator
The
outcomes
will show
that rates in
obesity are
dropping
Document
how many
STD’s have
been
treated,
and if they
are now
dormant.
Contact those
who have had
treatment to
make sure that
their condition is
not
deteriorating
and to make
sure the STD4has
either fully
disappeared or
is inactive.
2/1/25 Health
associations
,
Department
of Health,
and
individuals
who have
undergone
treatment.
Dept of
Health/program
administrator
Patients will
refer family
and friends
if they are
excited
about their
own.
Document
patient
opinion on
quality of
care (both
given and
perceived)
.
B6. PLAN FOR SUSTAINING ACTION
Stakeholders will be able to offer more financial contributions and educational
resources to benefit the people once they understand the program is effective.
The individuals are getting over their STD4problems and the medication is
effective, according to the evidence. More patients can be included to the
program and the STI rate would quickly drop if therapy keeps working. Health
departments are able to monitor the numbers of STI cases, STI treatments, and
STI cures. Years to come, the outcomes will be applied to strengthen and
expand the program, generating more money for all parties concerned.
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