Healthy Tusc

About

Healthy Tusc is a collaborative of diverse community partners promoting policy, systems, and environmental change across our community and our state.

Mission

To improve the health and wellness of Tuscarawas County residents through programming, community awareness and advocacy aimed at reducing obesity.

Products

The strategic objectives identified by the taskforce are:

1. Increase opportunities for physical activity
2. Increase access to healthy and nutritious food options while limiting access to unhealthy food options
3. Influence policy that impacts obesity

The Healthy Tusc Taskforce is intended to serve as a catalyst for action in Tuscarawas County. The taskforce will provide support to existing efforts by encouraging participation through public information and communications. The taskforce will also provide leadership in the area of obesity prevention by promoting the development of public policies that support healthier lifestyles.

"As a leader in public health, the Tuscarawas County Health Department TCHD prevents disease, promotes health, protects the environment,​and strives to create health equity for all through education, enforcement, and empowerment. By serving the residents of Tuscarawas County, TCHD's caring professionals seek to build a sustainable environment, healthier families, and thriving communities. Founded in 1919, TCHD is nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board.TCHD provides many services including medical care, immunizations, WIC, water/septic, food inspections, health education, birth & death certificates, and much more. New patients and clients are welcome."