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Health-Related Quality of Life

Goal:

Measure

The measures for health-related quality of life are for adults 18 and over and include:  1) The percentage who rate their health as “fair” or “poor;”  2) The percentage who report poor physical health on at least 14 days in the past month; 3) The percentage of people who report a limitation in activity on at least 14 days in the past month; 4) The percentage of people who report poor mental health on at least 14 days in the past month; and 5) The percentage of people who reported having depression.  Data came from the American Community Survey (2011-2013).  For additional information see the Midland County Health Survey (2014) conducted by Saginaw Valley State University.


Why This Indicator is Important

Quality of life is affected by our perceived physical and mental health status. Those in the community who perceive their health as good are more likely to have a greater commitment to their community. Socioeconomic status is likely to coincide with many factors pertaining to physical and mental health. For example, low income living or lack of education often impact negatively an individual's overall quality of life. Trends in health-related quality of life provide invaluable insight into the overall progress of the community in assuring healthy lifestyles and behaviors for all residents.


How Are We Doing?

For Adults over 18 Years of Age:
  • 13.8% of Midland County residents (17.3% for Michigan) rate their health as “fair” or “poor.”
  • 14.4% of Midland County residents (13.1% for Michigan) report poor physical health on at least 14 days in the past month (a significant increase from previous survey).
  • 7.6% of Midland County residents (9.1% for Michigan) report a limitation in activity on at least 14 days in the past month.
  • 5.5% of Midland County residents (12.7% for Michigan) report poor mental health on at least 14 days in the past month.
  • 19.5% of Midland County residents (20.9% for Michigan) reported having depression.


Qualitative Indicators for Impact



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