@LEADDeKalb

LEAD DeKalb (Local Efforts to Addressing Disparities in DeKalb): Initiative from DeKalb County Board of Health, Health Assessment & Promotion

DeKalb County, Georgia
Joined August 2016
Your health goals don’t have to fall with the leaves. If you’re at the coffee shop, skip the flavored syrup and whipped cream or get back to basics with black coffee. Get tips on how to #RethinkYourDrink: bit.ly/4iubpEl #HealthyLiving #CoffeeLovers #HealthTips
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The 🍂leaves are changing, the air is getting cooler...NOW is a great ⏲️ to get those 👟s in & explore the 120+ miles of trails & pathways that connect neighborhoods, parks, and more! 🌳Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless opportunities to explore DeKalb's scenic landscapes.
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Would you know if someone or you were having a ❤️attack?
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9 out of 10 👨‍🦱 adults struggle to understand and use health information when it is unfamiliar, complex & contains jargon. During Health Literacy Month in October, learn how to improve outcomes by making health literacy a priority! #HealthLiteracy #HealthLiteracyMonth
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🙌 #LEADDeKalb and the community celebrated 6.6M+ steps 👟 and 400+ participants in the 2026 Walk It Out Challenge at a Sept. 17 community celebration! The campaign supports the CDC’s goal of getting 27M people more active by 2027. 💪 #ActivePeopleHealthyNation #LEADDeKalb #DKPH
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Whether you’re into 🚶‍♀️walking, rolling, hiking, 🏃‍♂️running, or playing with the children, there’s sure to be a 🌳park that’s perfect for you! For the next 8 weeks, commit to moving every MONDAY. Share your pics/videos! #MoveItMonday #ActivePeopleHealthyNation #MondayMotivation
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Strength training doesn’t require a gym. This Monday, work out in your local park using your own body weight or by turning every-day items into exercise equipment. #MoveItMonday #ActivePeopleHealthyNation #OutdoorFitness
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💙 MEN’S HEALTH MATTERS! Taking care of your health is a sign of 💪🏾! Don't wait for symptoms to take action. Visit DeKalbPublicHealth.com to schedule a check-up TODAY! #MensHealth #PreventiveCare #HealthyLiving #DeKalbPublicHealth
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Today is 🌍World Mental Health Day! Becoming and staying physically healthy can improve your emotional well-being. Take care of your body and mind by: ~Eating healthy 🍏 ~Being physically active 🤾‍♂️ ~Getting enough sleep 😴 Learn more: bit.ly/3NSMmgi #ActivePeople
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🤝 Strengthening Partnerships, Advancing Community Health! LEADDeKALB welcomed CDC staff & partners for a two-day site visit. The team highlighted major milestones, upcoming initiatives, and celebrated the 12-year partnership. #LEADDeKalb #PublicHealth #Partnerships #CDC
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Biking and walking to school are great ways for kids to be physically active. On National Bike & Roll to School Day, help your kids move more with these ideas: bit.ly/4bvgkk3 #ActivePeople
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This Breast Cancer Awareness Month—prevention matters! Regular 🏃‍♀️physical activity + maintaining a healthy weight = reduced risk of breast cancer. What steps are you taking to support breast cancer awareness this month? Share this post to spread awareness! #BreastCancerAwareness
We did it DeKalb; more than 6M steps!!! Thank you to all of the Walk it Out Challenge participants! If you have photos from your walks, send them to Lead.DeKalb@dph.ga.gov so we can post! Stay tuned for the next challenge!
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