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Ellen W. Reckhow, Chairman
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Durham, NC 27701
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  • Ellen W Reckhow
  • Becky M Heron
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Health

Results Based Accountability

 

Imagine a Durham where everyone is healthy:

Our goal is that the citizens of Durham will enjoy good physical, mental and social health and well-being. www.healthydurham.org.

Did You Know?

The number of Durham adults without health insurance is expected to increase over the next several years despite a decrease in 2006.

Did You Know?

Obesity rates are increasing in Durham. The percentage of children ages 2-4 who are overweight and served by the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, WIC, is also on the rise.

Did You Know?

The Duke Center for Child and Family Policy recently completed the baseline report on substance abuse in Durham County. You can get the report and other Durham health information at www.healthydurham.org.

Did You Know?

There is new treatment available for people with both mental health and substance abuse problems. Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment (IDDT) is an evidenced-based practice that combines substance abuse and mental health treatment. Clients in IDDT experienced an 84 percent reduction in the number of hospitalizations and emergency room visits over the course of one year. They are also achieving important personal goals that are helping them to obtain a greater quality of life. You can get more information on mental health, developmental disability, and substance abuse services at www.durhamcenter.org.

We Are Also Tracking

• HIV and STD rates

• Infant death rates

• Adolescent pregnancy and injuries

The 2007 Health Full Report PDF 

Prior Year Health Reports

2005 PDF 2006 PDF 

Prior Year Results Based Accountability Reports

2005 PDF 2006 PDF 2007 PDF 
The Durham County Health Department's mobile dental health unit

Imagine Durham is our Results Based Accountability (RBA) initiative; a community-wide effort to improve the quality of life in the city and county of Durham. Citizens develop and implement strategies that allow us to measure our progress in the nine outcome areas listed on our home page. Any citizen wishing to become involved in this continuing process can contact Bill Stout, coordinator for the Results Based Accountability Initiative, at wstout@durhamcountync.gov or 919-560-0032.

Last updated: May 27, 2008
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