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Healthy Seminole
Florida Department of Health in Seminole County
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Mailing Address
400 W. Airport Blvd.
Sanford, FL 32773
Healthy Seminole Collaborative
With over 200 engaged community partners, the Healthy Seminole Collaborative vision is to be the healthiest county in Florida. Its mission is to collaborate with community partners to advance health, wellness, and quality of life for Seminole County residents. Below a summary of each of the priorities:
Chronic Conditions Priority Area - Cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other illnesses related to poor lifestyle choices are among the most common health problems affecting people of all ages, socioeconomic statuses, and racial and ethnic groups. Risk factors – lack of physical activity, poor nutrition, tobacco use, and excessive alcohol use – are associated with much of the illness, suffering and early death related to chronic diseases and conditions.
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Priority Area - Mental health includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how people think, feel, and act. It also helps determine stress management, relation to others, and healthy choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Mental and emotional well-being empowers individuals to realize their own abilities, cope with the normal stresses of life, work productively and contribute to their communities. Prevention and early intervention strategies that work to address mental health and substance use disorders are essential for ensuring optimal mental and physical health.
Social and Economic Factors Priority Area - Social and economic factors impacting health are the conditions in the environments where people live, work, and play that influence health throughout the lifespan. These factors, including but not limited to income, employment, housing, literacy skills, and transportation have a major impact on people’s ability to lead long, healthy lives.
Every year during plan cycle, the collaborative conducts an annual review to identify emerging health threats that need to be addressed and revise plan accordingly.
For more information about how to support the collaborative please contact Patricia Mondragon at Patricia.Mondragon@FLHealth.gov.
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