Our Healthy Kentucky Home

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​The Our ​Healthy Kentucky Home campaign is a Team Kentucky initiative with the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) to engage and inspire Kentuckians on a personal journey of achievable health and wellness ​improvements through increased physical activity, improved nutritional health, and decreased social isolation through targeted interventions.​​

​​Kentucky Statistics

According to the 2023 America's Health Rankings, the United Health Foundation reported that the Commonwealth of Kentucky ranked 41st for overall health. Additionally, the 2022 Kentucky Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Survey reports that:​

  • 38% of citizens are obese
  • 26% do not engage in any non-work physical activity (i.e., exercise)
  • 45% eat fruit less than once per day
  • 20% eat vegetables less than once per day
  • 17% of adults smoke cigarettes (4th highest)

These factors contribute to health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and cancers, which diminish quality of li​fe and contribute to premature ​death.​

May: Women's Health

During May, the Our Healthy Kentucky Home campaign focuses on Women's Health. ​

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2023, nearly 16% of U.S. adult women reported being in fair or poor health. Women face unique challenges affecting their physical, mental, and emotional health. Understanding these specific health needs is incredibly helpful in promoting long-term wellness. By incorporating modest lifestyle changes into your daily routine, you can improve your health and well-being at every stage of life. ​We encourage you to use the resources below to personalize the Our Healthy Kentucky Home campaign to meet your unique circumstances.​​​

Women's Health Resources​​​​​

​Kentucky Specific Resources​

​Share Your Journey With Us

Tell us how you are personalizing the Our Healthy Kentucky Home campaign to meet your unique circumstances by emailing us at: ​OurHealthyKYHome@ky.gov​

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Promote Our Heal​thy Kentucky Home Today

​​​​Our Healthy Kentucky Home c​amp​aign materials are available to assist ​in communicating the importance of making health and wellness accessible through clear, simple and achievable lifestyle changes. We encourage you to share the resources provided here and join us in strengthening Our Healthy Kentucky Home. ​​

A Message from Dr. Stack​

Our Healthy Kentucky Home Campaign ​Packet​​

image of campaign poster Our Healthy Kentucky Home Campaign Poster​ -12x18 inches

Our Healthy Kentucky Home Campaign Poster-8.5x11 inches​​


Shareable Messages 

Simple steps such as eating 2 servings of fruits or vegetables daily, exercising at least 30 minutes 3 times per week and engaging with others to stay connected can help improve your health. Visit OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov to learn more. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign. 



Women have unique nutritional needs that change throughout different stages of life. Learn more about your unique nutritional needs by visiting: OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign. ​​



Regular physical activity can help lower the risk for many diseases that affect women, including heart disease and stroke.  Increasing physical activity can also reduce feelings of anxiety and improve sleep. Learn ways you can increase your physical activity by visiting: OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign.


Engaging with others and having strong social connections is crucial for mental health. Strong social ties can help manage stress, reduce anxiety and depression and lead to a longer, healthier life. Visit OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov to learn more. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign. ​



Did you know? The amount of calories you need is based on your physical activity level, age, height, weight, and other unique health considerations. Get a personalized calorie recommendation by using the MyPlate Plan tool at https://www.myplate.gov/myplate-plan. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign. 


Physical activity is important for all women throughout their lives no matter their age, stage of life, or physical abilities. Visit https://womenshealth.gov/getting-active/physical-activity-all-women for tips on how to get active. Visit​OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov to learn more. 



Making social connections can be hard, but a few small acts of connection can build supportive, meaningful relationships. To learn new ways you can improve your health through social connections, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/social-connectedness/improving/index.html. 


Contact Information

OurHealthyKYHome@ky.gov​​​