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Prevention & Wellness Measurable Objectives, FY 2004-2006:
1. Increase knowledge and awareness of injury prevention in the home, at sporting/recreational events and within the community.
2. Decrease the number of deaths and injuries due to motor vehicle accidents.
3. Insure correct use of car seats according to NTSB guidelines.
4. Increase seat belt usage for drivers, front and rear seat passengers, and truck drivers/passengers.
5. Reduce tobacco use among adults, youth and pregnant women.
6. Reduce exposure to second-hand smoke in public places such as restaurants, stores, etc.
7. Slow the increase in the proportion of adults that are obese.
8. Slow the increase in the proportion of children ages 10-17 that are obese.
9. Increase the percentage of adults who exercise 30 minutes each day, 3 days each week.
10. Increase the percentage of children who exercise 30 minutes each day, 3 days each week.
11. Support efforts to increase the miles of designated bike trails per capita in Carroll County.
12. Publish a report card on the critical lifestyle behaviors of tobacco use, exercise and obesity, and distribute it for information and action by individuals and organizational partners.
 
 
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