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SHDHD Local Health Data

SHDHD monitors health in our communities and in our district. Follow the links below to see local data on adult and adolescent risk behaviors and protective factors.

Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) Data is collected annually by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Youth Risk Behavior Survey

The Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) is a survey that is taken every 2 years assessing adolescent health risk and health protective behaviors such as smoking, drinking, drug use, diet, and physical activity conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Risk and Protective Factor Survey

The Nebraska Risk and Protective Factor Student Survey (NRPFSS) is designed to measure adolescent substance abuse, delinquent behaviors, gambling, and the risk and protective factors that predict adolescent problem behaviors. The survey targets all public and non-public school students in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12 in Nebraska

Other Data

SHDHD receives state and local data from a variety of areas. Below are some of the most recent reports SHDHD has received. The data may be several years old, but what is below is the most recent data available. 

Local Data

Community Health Improvement

The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is developed from the Community Health Needs Assessment. Priority objectives are developed to address determined priority areas of need. Collaborative work groups (1) evaluate data and trends to (2) develop goals and strategies to (3) implement interventions.

To view South Heartland District's CHIP progress, click here.

How Healthy Are We?

Local Health Data from the South Heartland District Health Department provides health information for residents of Adams, Clay, Nuckolls, and Webster counties. Three survey reports provide information on health behaviors, chronic health conditions, and the use of preventive services. Click here for more information

Vaccination Program

The Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program helps immunize children whose parents or guardians cannot afford it. This helps ensure that all children have a better chance of receiving recommended immunizations on time. Vaccines available through the VFC Program are those recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). These vaccines protect babies, young children, and teens from 16 diseases.