Oakland County was one of 15 counties in the United States selected to participate in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). The survey began June 14 and ends August 25. This comprehensive study of health and nutritional status provides important data about public health issues from a national perspective.
“The information collected helps us better understand health issues and improve quality of life in Oakland County,” said Leigh-Anne Stafford, health officer for Oakland County Health Division. “The Health Division and CDC are working closely to make this study successful. I strongly endorse your participation if you are selected.”
Approximately 530 Oakland County residents have been selected at random to participate. Individuals first participated in a confidential in-home interview about their health. Survey administrators then contact individuals for a follow-up health examination at the NHANES Mobile Examination Center in Troy. All interviews and examinations are given by CDC NHANES health professionals who show identification upon arrival.
“This is an excellent chance for residents to gain valuable personal health information while helping identify health risks in our communities,” said Stafford. “The survey is a unique opportunity that provides important information about major health conditions.”
For the past 55 years, NHANES has had a prominent role in improving the health of all people living in the U.S. All counties in the United States have a chance to be selected for NHANES participation each year, and 5,000 residents across the nation participate annually. All ages, races, and ethnicities are included in order to represent the U.S. population as a whole.
For additional information about NHANES, visit oakgov.com/health and click the NHANES banner image on the homepage.
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