Physician Survey Results
A survey was conducted of Greene county physicians during the week of November 12-18, 2008. Of the 28 physicians surveyed, we received a 25% response rate. Some of the notable responses are as follows:
- 100% of respondents believe that obesity is a major public health problem in Greene County
- At least 25% of patients seen by the physicians surveyed present with conditions that are caused or exacerbated by being overweight
- The only programs known to respondents to promote healthy weight in Greene County are Curves and Weight Watchers
- None of the respondents work with insurance companies that are sponsoring a healthy weight program
- Suggestions offered by respondents: providing nutrition/fitness counseling in offices; a fitness center in the GMA building; combining Weight Watchers and Curves into a “one-stop shop” program
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Business Survey Results
During the week of November 1-8, 2008, we conducted a survey of businesses in Greene County. Of the 101 businesses surveyed, approximately 24% responded. Some preliminary findings are as follows:
- 45% of businesses reported that obesity has caused health problems among their staff
- 62% of businesses surveyed reported that they have vending machines on-site for employees. Of that 62%, over 56% responded that the vending machines do not offer healthy alternatives for employees
- Over 58% of businesses surveyed reported that they do not have a Wellness Committee or Employee Assistance Program that addresses health issues with their employees
- 80% of businesses reported that they do not provide nutrition/physical fitness messages to their employees through posters, videos, brochures or lectures
- There are a few businesses surveyed who indicated that they work with insurance companies who offer health incentives and discounts for healthy behavior
- Suggestions for promoting healthy weight among Greene County businesses: continued education; fitness centers with low cost, flexible hours of operation; walking program
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