The document summarizes mortality data from the Central Shenandoah Health District. It finds that cancer, heart disease, unintentional injury, and Alzheimer's disease are the top causes of death in the region. For each cause of death, it examines trends over time, the most prevalent types, and the localities most affected. It encourages community efforts to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent disease through education, outreach, and making communities more walkable and safe.
7. Generally trending down but
what types of cancers are
most prevalent and which
areas are most affected?
8. ACLOSERLOOKATCANCER
Buena Vista City
Waynesboro City
Staunton City
Augusta County
Lung Cancer
Colon Cancer
Breast Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma
Prostate Cancer
TOP FOUR LOCALITIES TOP SIX TYPES
9. lET’SMAKEANImpact
Avoid smoking
Eat a healthy diet
Wear sunscreen
Maintain an active lifestyle
HEALTHY PEOPLE HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
Community outreach
Mobile screening days
Support groups
13. lET’SMAKEANImpact
Avoid smoking
Eat a healthy diet
Maintain an active lifestyle
Maintain a healthy weight
HEALTHY PEOPLE HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
Community outreach
Fitness promotion
Increasing walkability
17. lET’SMAKEANImpact
Label poisonous substances properly
and store them in safe places
Take necessary precautions to avoid
falls
Never leave flames unattended
HEALTHY PEOPLE HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
Community outreach/ education
Increasing sidewalks
21. lET’SMAKEANImpact
Eat a healthy diet
Maintain an active lifestyle
Interact with people
Stimulate yourself mentally
Get enough sleep
Manage your stress
HEALTHY PEOPLE HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
Community outreach/ education
Promotion of mental stimulation
among organizations with older
members