Health Facts Profiles

Discover selected data and statistics that presents a snapshot overview of the health and well-being of Texas across four major subjects. Learn how these subjects may have impacted people living in Texas over time, by demographics, and by region or county. This information is intended to educate the general public and provide guidance for legislators and the community.
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Chronic Disease

Chronic diseases are defined broadly as conditions that last 1 year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living or both. Chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. They are also leading drivers of the nation’s $3.8 trillion in annual health care costs.

Health Behaviors Many of the top causes for death and disease can be connected to unhealthy behaviors. In this dashboard we have divided health behavior data into two main groups: preventative and risk.

Health Care Resources Access to health services can aid in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and other conditions. In this dashboard you will find county-level data on where Texans stand with basic health care. There are seven interactive graphics that detail statistics such as: insurance, doctors, hospitals, nurses, dentists and more.

Population Profiles Population Profiles is a snapshot of the people of Texas. Some of the subjects presented have a direct connection to health and well-being. One example is reflected on the Education and Employment page. People with higher levels of education are more likely to be in better health and live longer.

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