These health needs were combined as an area of focus because they are often interrelated and it is difficult to impact one without addressing the other. Mental health was identified as the second highest need in the Reid service area. From community input, alcohol and drug use was cited as the most pressing health issue and substance misuse was identified as a significant need in all three data sources.
This health need was selected as an area of focus due to the vast impact that it has on many other health needs such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke. This health need was selected as an area of focus due to the vast impact that it has on many other health needs such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Weight Status was ranked as a pressing health issue in community input the community, and they rated it as the most pressing quality of life issue.
The priority area of Maternal, Infant and Children's Health includes general children’s health needs and efforts in this area will support other health related issues experienced by this vulnerable population.