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Why 3,303 Voices Mattered: A Dive into Southern Nevada's Health Revolution

Why 3,303 Voices Mattered: A Dive into Southern Nevada's Health Revolution

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 About the Guests: Dr. Stephen Shane: Dr. Shane is a pediatrician at Renown Health and a Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. He runs the Healthy Lifestyles Clinic at Renown Children's Hospital, focusing on good lifestyle habits and healthy weight. Additionally, he collaborates with the Nevada 5210 program and the American Academy of Pediatrics to advocate for obesity prevention. Carmen Hua: Carmen Hua serves as a Health Educator at the Southern Nevada Health District's Office of Disease Surveillance. She plays a significant role in community health assessments and improvement plans focused on outreach and involvement. Tamera Travis: Tamera Travis is an epidemiologist at the Southern Nevada Health District. She contributes to community health assessments, utilizing her expertise to gather and analyze public health data and coordinate health improvement plans. Episode Summary: In this episode of "A Healthier Tomorrow," hosts Will Rucker and Ciara Owens explore critical issues surrounding childhood well-being and community health improvement in Southern Nevada. With the new school year underway, they highlight the importance of safety in school zones and fostering effective communication with children about their daily experiences. The show features Dr. Stephen Shane, who discusses the significant topic of obesity as a chronic and multifaceted disease affecting 20% of kids and 40% of adults. He provides insights into the preventative measures and the innovative Nevada 5210 program designed to promote healthier lifestyle choices for families. The conversation then shifts to focus on community engagement, with Carmen Hua and Tamera Travis from the Southern Nevada Health District elaborating on the comprehensive Community Health Assessment. They share the prioritized outcomes of their extensive data collection and collaboration with community partners, emphasizing key areas such as access to care, chronic disease, public health funding, and substance use. The episode paints a vivid picture of the systematic efforts made to enhance community health, encouraging listeners to participate actively in shaping a healthier future for Southern Nevada. Key Takeaways: Obesity Prevention: Dr. Stephen Shane highlights the complex nature of obesity, addressing its prevention through the 5210 program focusing on diet, screen time, physical activity, and sugary drink consumption.Community Health Priorities: The Southern Nevada Health District outlines the top health priorities—access to care, chronic disease, public health funding, and substance use—based on extensive community surveys and partner assessments.Collaborative Efforts: Emphasizing the importance of community involvement, the episode showcases how over 3,300 survey responses helped shape the assessment that guides health improvement plans.Youth Engagement: Innovative initiatives like the photo voice project capture youth perspectives on community strengths and opportunities, adding valuable insights into the health assessment process.Future Participation: Encourages ongoing community engagement through upcoming meetings and participation in the Community Health Improvement Plan, fostering a collaborative approach to public health. Notable Quotes: "Obesity is a chronic, progressive and relapsing disease that has metabolic, biomechanical, and psychosocial components due to excessive fat mass in our bodies." - Dr. Stephen Shane"Small changes create some big results." - Dr. Stephen Shane"The weight that a child achieves by around age 5 or 6 typically is the weight trajectory they're going to stay on for the rest of their childhood." - Dr. Stephen Shane"We really need to involve the entire community. The many factors that make up a community to make a difference." - Dr. Stephen Shane"This was really a community process...we couldn't do it without everyone else's participation." - Tamera Travis Resources: Southern Nevada Health District: gethealthy clarkcounty.orgNevada 5210 Program Information: snchc.orgSouthern Nevada Breastfeeding Coalition: snvbreastfeeding.orgCommunity Health Assessment Reports: HealthySouthernNevada.org Listeners are encouraged to engage with the full episode for a deeper understanding of how these health initiatives are shaping Southern Nevada's future. Stay tuned for more insightful content from "A Healthier Tomorrow," as they continue to tackle pressing health issues with expertise and community-driven solutions.
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