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2008 MW Adolescent Health Survey - Middle School

2008 MW Adolescent Health Survey - High School

Behavioral Risk Factor Data

Community Health Awards

 

 
Special Initiatives Overview
 

In our work on issues such as youth substance abuse, nurse recruitment and retention, racial and ethnic disparities in health, access to care and childhood obesity, the Foundation works with community leaders to develop and support solutions that address these and other health needs of the region.

 
 

Read more about our Special Initiatives:

2008 MetroWest Adolescent Health Survey - High Schools
Results of the 2008 MetroWest Adolescent Health Survey - Executive Summary MetroWest Regional High School Report.

2008 MetroWest Adolescent Health Survey - Middle Schools
Results of the 2008 MetroWest Adolescent Health Survey - Executive Summary MetroWest Regional Middle School Report.

Health Data Book & Atlas
A compendium of data and analyses on significant demographic and health indicators for the MetroWest region.
** New updates as of June 2009

Health Leadership Program
A program to improve community health services by enhancing the leadership skills of the area health staff.

Youth Substance Abuse
Learn about our grant programs to address the prevention, intervention, and access to treatment of adolescent substance abuse.

Obesity Initiative
An aggressive campaign to address an urgent need for awareness, responsibility and action to reduce childhood obesity.

Racial & Ethnic Health Disparities
A community-wide and collaborative effort to reduce health disparities in the MetroWest area.

Capacity Building
Research, training and technical assistance programs to help guide local leaders in identifying priorities and in building the capacity of our local health organizations.

Nurse Power
A program to ensure a strong nursing workforce in our community.

Community Health Awards
Nominate an individual or organization to recognize their dedication and vital contributions to improve the health and well-being of those who live and work in the MetroWest area.

 

 

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