(Salisbury, MD) Approximately every five years since 1995, the Wicomico County Health Department has worked collaboratively with Worcester and Somerset Counties to complete a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). The most recent CHNA was conducted and released at the end of 2014 in collaboration with Atlantic General Hospital, Peninsula Regional Medical Center and Worcester County Health Department.
After a review of the data, the Wicomico County Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC) identified the following health priorities for the next 5 years:
- Chronic Disease (Diabetes, Obesity, Nutrition and Physical Activity),
- Access to Care,
- Tobacco Use Prevention,
- Oral Health Care for Adults,
- Behavioral Health.
County residents are invited to review the most recent CHNA by visiting the following link:
In order to direct Wicomico County’s Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC) planning process for the next 5 years, the community is also invited to participate in a survey to validate the findings of the 2014 CHNA. The survey is accessible by visiting the following link:
The survey will be available for input until 10/31/15. Residents who are unable to access the survey link may contact Tammy Griffin at #410-219-7480 orTammy.Griffin@maryland.gov.
“The community health survey is an excellent opportunity for residents to be a part of helping to improve the public health of Wicomico County. I encourage everyone to reflect on the public health issues of Wicomico County, think about where improvements are needed, and let your voice be heard,” said Lori Brewster, Health Officer for Wicomico County. “Input will assist in driving our community health improvement plan for the next five years, and a solid representation of our community’s opinion is critical” said Brewster.
The work of the Health Department continues to adapt with changes in health care reform, financing, and community needs. The mission of the Health Department is to maximize the health of citizens by providing access to opportunities that promote physical, behavioral, and environmental health through preventive, educational, assessment, clinical, monitoring and regulatory programs. This project is a collaborative effort and can only be achieved successfully with community involvement and partnerships with other entities providing outreach, education and services in the community.
Please take a moment to complete the online survey to help promote and support a healthy Wicomico. For more information please contact:
Tammy L. Griffin
Director of Planning and Population Health
Wicomico County Health Department
108 East Main Street
Salisbury, MD 21801
410-219-7480 Office
What, no substance abuse, or is that in the mental health category?
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