Healthy Communities Program
2009

Healthy Communities Program

Sample size: 1059 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Santos-Burgoa Carlos, Rodríguez-Cabrera Lucero, Macedo de la Concha Elvia, Álvarez García Evangelina, Cebrián Gómez Adrenalina

Primary Institution: Health Secretariat, Mexico

Conclusion

The Healthy Communities Program has successfully engaged local authorities and community members to address health issues at the local level.

Supporting Evidence

  • HCP sponsored 1,059 projects throughout Mexico from 2002 to 2006.
  • 71% of all municipalities participated in HCP projects.
  • Solid waste management was the most common type of program sponsored by HCP.

Takeaway

The Healthy Communities Program helps people in Mexico work together to solve health problems in their neighborhoods.

Methodology

The program integrates local health promotion projects and engages community members and local authorities in health initiatives.

Limitations

Participation of local authorities tends to decline after elections, which can hinder program continuity.

Participant Demographics

The program involves various sectors of the population, including public, private, and community members.

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