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Chronic Disease Workgroup
Main Office
- 239-252-8200
- Info.DOHCollier@FLhealth.gov
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Mailing Address
P.O. Box 429
Naples, FL 34106
Resources
- Physical Activity | Florida Department of Health
- Togetherhood - YMCA of Collier County
- Get an estimate of your body's "real age" and resources to help power your well-being
The primary goal of the Chronic Disease Workgroup is to increase the impact of evidence-based programs that promote healthy choices and reduce chronic disease risk factors. The five strategies and lead agencies are shown below:
- Offer evidence-based nutrition education throughout Collier County. (Blue Zones Project Southwest Florida)
- Identify children and families at risk of food insecurity. (American Heart Association)
- Increase participation in the Togetherhood Initiative Pathway to Wellness programs for Collier County youth. (Togetherhood Initiative)
- Increase health awareness messaging in the community (DOH-Collier)
- Encourage local municipalities to adopt tobacco-free beaches and parks policies. (Tobacco Free Collier)
For more information or to join the Chronic Disease Workgroup, contact Reggie Wilson at Info.DOHCollier@FLhealth.gov.
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