Preventive Health - Mississippi State Department of Health

Our preventive health programs are ongoing efforts to continually improve the health of Mississippians now and tomorrow. Here you'll find our essential programs for maintaining and promoting health.

Healthy Living

Obesity
Nutrition
Physical activity
Get started and stay active
Your Healthy Weight
Find the right weight for your height

Take Charge of Your Health
Our comprehensive web resource for healthy living

Chronic Disease Prevention

Arthritis
Cancer
Heart Disease & Stroke
Diabetes
Dental & Oral Health

More chronic diseases and their prevention

School Health

Coordinated School Health
Partnering with schools and the community to improve the health and fitness of young people

Chronic Disease Self-Management

Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
A six-week step-by-step workshop to help guide those who live with a chronic condition

For a complete listing of all our Preventive Health topics, see the menu at left.