HOWARD COUNTY HEALTH ASSESSMENT SURVEY

The Howard County Health Assessment Survey (HCHAS) is a public study that was developed to assess health-related behaviors and risk factors among the adult population of Howard County, Maryland. Results of this study enable local government, health providers and stakeholders to measure progress and determine where to focus resources so that health outcomes can be improved, health disparities reduced, and the community can become healthier. The survey, first conducted in 2012, and updated in 2014, 2016, 2018 and 2021, was postponed in 2020 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

MARYLAND STATE HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PROCESS

The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) has launched an initiative, Building a Healthier Maryland, to revisit and set health priorities as captured in the 2024 State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP). The launch of this initiative marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to the well-being of Maryland residents.

This initiative, Building a Healthier Maryland, was facilitated by MDH and was conducted collaboratively with organizations and partners across Maryland. The first activity that was completed as part of the initiative was to conduct a State Health Assessment (SHA). The assessment involved taking a comprehensive look at data that provide insight into Maryland's health landscape, covering everything from health behaviors to the physical environment. The assessment allows us to collaboratively identify and prioritize key health concerns so that goals and objectives can be set to address those priorities in the State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP).

Health Equity and Community Reports

COMMUNITY HEALTH INDICATORS REPORT CARD