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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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Resources for Community Organizations

Contact the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention

Community organizations can encourage members of the community to become heart healthy by utilizing a variety of resources. Many resources are free to the public and can be implemented in settings such as faith-based organizations and community centers.

Check.Change.Control 

Developed by the American Heart Association, Check.Change.Control is an evidence-based program that utilizes blood pressure self-monitoring and incorporates concepts of remote monitoring, online tracking and recruitment of local volunteer health mentors to encourage participants. Check.Change.Control aims to reduce health disparities caused by hypertension in the American population. 

Ohio State University Million Hearts Educational Modules: Community Ambassador Module 

The Ohio State University’s College of Nursing has constructed the Million Hearts Community Ambassador educational module to assist with education and implementation of the Million Hearts initiative. This educational module is specifically designed for the lay person with limited training in health care. Community members are trained on the completion and interpretation of Million Hearts screenings.

Instructions on how to access the Community Ambassador Module are available on the Ohio State University Million Hearts Educational Modules’ website.