Además del cáncer de piel, el cáncer de próstata es el tipo de cáncer más común entre los hombres y las muertes por cáncer de próstata ocupan el segundo lugar entre las muertes relacionadas con el cáncer. En Nebraska, en 2018 (datos más recientes), se informaron 1632 nuevos casos de cáncer de próstata y 203 muertes. Herramienta de visualización de datos de los CDC
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.
