Reoccurring Problems in San Bernardino County

Brianna ThomasHSCI 273 Software Applications in the

Health Sciences5/19/11

An Overview of Coronary Heart Disease

• Coronary Heart Disease Defined• Causes of Disease • Population of the county with the

disease• Preventative Measures• Access to Nutritious Foods• Walk Score

What is Coronary Heart Disease?

Coronary Heart Disease is caused by:The narrowing of the small blood vessels.These vessels supply oxygen and blood to the heart.The blood vessels become narrow because of plaque.

Causes of Coronary Heart Disease

Controllable Causes• High Blood Pressure• High Cholesterol Levels• Diabetes• Stress• Lifestyle Habits: smoking, inactivity,

unhealthy diet.

Deaths from Coronary Heart Disease State, National and

County

San Bernardino California National0.0

20.0

40.0

60.0

80.0

100.0

120.0

140.0

160.0

180.0

Coronary Heart Disease Age-Adjusted RatesCounty, State, and National

Coronary Heart Disease Age-Ad-justed Rates

Preventive Measures 1.Have a well balanced diet.2.Get regular fitness.3.For smokers, try to quit.4.Know the number for blood pressure5.Know the number for cholesterol levels

How Does the County Play A Role In Resident’s Health?

Become an Advocate of Health By:• Promote a Healthy Diet for Residents• Promote Physical Activity for Residents• Develop Stress Reducing Techniques for

Residents

Access of Nutritious Foods for Area code 92407

Food Dessert•An area that has a limited selection to foods that are nutritious. •There is a lack of fresh foods•High rate of processed foods

Access of Nutritious Foods for Area code 92407

Results

Weight Management Problems

Diabetes

Hypertension

Demographics of San Bernardino

Walk Score of 92407A walk score is:The range in which individuals access is to good and services provided by the city. The walk score for 92407 based on 3 locations:

5 35 74

Simple Steps Resident can Take

Make Fitness Part of the Day:1. In a parking lot, park at a safe distance from the

entrance.

2. Take the stairs instead of an elevator

3. Workout during the commercial break

4. Take a walk during lunch break

STRESS REDUCING TECHNIQUES

Write in a journal an identify stressorsPhysical activityLearn to laugh moreClean that problem area in the houseBreath Deep

Summary Prevention is key to success• Encourage Residents to Become:

– More Active– Eat healthier

• Make the County:• Walk able• Have Nutritious Foods