02/04/2026
As we kick off Heart Health Month (February), we want to highlight the critical work of the Chronic Disease Work Group Coalition in Butler County. This group exists to chip away at one of the region’s priority healthcare challenges – Heart Disease and Stroke.
Consisting of community members, healthcare providers, and local government leaders, this collaborative team built a work plan to organize their efforts and zero in on impact. Split into 3 groups, they focus on:
• Blood Pressure Screening & prevention
• Education (specifically kid’s healthy eating)
• Food Access (partnering with Shared Harvest)
In 2026, the group will place its plans into action. This work is a great example of the critical behind-the-scenes efforts happening across the region.