Area Health Office
5300 Tujunga Avenue
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 487-0063   Phone
Email: spa1@ph.lacounty.gov

Area Health Officer
Frank Alvarez, MD, MPH

OBESITY
• 21.1% of children in grades 5, 7 & 9 are
  obese
• 28.0% of adults are obese

DIABETES
• 8.7% of adults were diagnosed with
  diabetes

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
• 28.5% of adults were diagnosed with
   hypertension
• 25.6% of adults were diagnosed with
   high cholesterol
• 10.1% of adults were diagnosed with a
   heart problem

This report summarizes the leading causes of death and premature death with trends for 2000-2009. It also provides information on deaths from a wide range of health conditions, including chronic diseases, such as heart disease and emphysema; infectious diseases, such as pneumonia/influenza and HIV; lifestyle-related conditions, such as diabetes and lung cancer; and intentional and unintentional injuries.

This report features data about health-related behaviors, such as access to medical care, dental care, and health insurance; utilization of preventive services; rates of chronic disease, infectious disease, and injury; and perceptions about health.