From HIP-Cuyahoga to REACH
Health Improvement Partnership-Cuyahoga (HIP-Cuyahoga) recognizes that our neighborhoods and communities are not created equal, and some individuals are born and live in areas where it is challenging to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The conditions in which people live and the opportunities they have form the foundation for health, and without them, people are more likely to live shorter, sicker lives. When healthy living is easier, we all live longer and healthier lives.
Our current 5-year REACH program aims to enhance community health by increasing opportunities for healthy living in areas with the highest risk or burden of lifestyle-related chronic diseases, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. This program, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, allows the Cuyahoga County Board of Health and community partners to implement evidence-based interventions and activities related to nutrition and physical activity.
Health Matters Here!
What if your doctor asked for your ZIP code on your next visit? Your neighborhood matters when it comes to your health. Your ZIP code can predict how long or healthy you live–but it shouldn’t be this way. Cuyahoga County’s urban residents have the poorest health and the shortest life expectancy, with a gap of up to 20 years compared to their suburban counterparts. To make sure everyone has an equal chance to be healthy, we’re addressing social issues, such as outdated policies and practices, as well as personal challenges, like access to nutritious food and the ability to exercise safely in ALL of our neighborhoods.
We know that #HealthMattersHere.