1. CHA + CHIP + Connections Our tools to influence health in all policies
NC Public Health Association
May 5, 2016

2. Photo of the New River -courtesy of Nations Inn, West Jefferson, NC

3. in·flu·ence noun the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself. Verb have an influence on.

7. CHNA as a tool
Question –What do you believe is important to promote physical activity or exercise for health in the county?
#1 Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
#2 Indoor Recreation Opportunities –also the top write-in response
#3 Sidewalks, crosswalks, and signage that makes it easier to walk
#4 Bike route information, marked lanes, or other bicycling opportunities

8. Pictures are worth…
62% of all deaths in Watauga County were diseases that are chronic and preventable (NC SCHS, 2015)
25% reported NO physical activity in the past month (BRFSS, 2013)
>30% thought lack of exercise was one of the most risky health behaviors in the county
Recreation, natural resources, and beautiful area was a top write-in for major community strength

9. Stories & Seeds

10. A photo of Margie Mansure, RD –Cooperative Extension Agent –working with Bethel students to create their own school garden—one of the projects funded from the Childhood Obesity Prevention Demonstration Project.

11. Alleghany County

12. Data
Strategy
Opportunity

13. Partnerships make the difference.
If there is anything I’ve learned, it is that partnerships make all the difference. When we can support each other and look for win-win solutions, we further our

14. Deputy Health Director Appalachian District Health Department
Promoting safe and healthy living, preventing disease, & protecting the environment
Jennifer Greene, MPH
Deputy Health Director
Appalachian District Health Department
Office: (828)